Pūtoto - Original Carved Painting

Pūtoto - Original Carved Painting | Hikurangi Edwards

Hikurangi's signature technique involves intricately hand-carving traditional Māori imagery into layers of acrylic paint. This process creates stunning textured images in negative relief, revealing bold black patterns that command attention against a vibrant orange base, accentuating every precise detail on its unique, square block form.

"Pūtoto" embodies the power and depth of the colour black in Māori culture, often associated with strength, grounding, and the foundational elements of being. This artwork masterfully conveys the dramatic contrast and enduring presence of these deep tones.

Within its bold, symmetrical koru patterns, themes of intricate balance, unwavering strength, and the profound beauty found in contrast are vividly expressed, mirroring the essence of Pūtoto.

Own a significant piece that intertwines masterful craftsmanship with ancestral narrative, bringing a unique spirit of Aotearoa's cultural depth into your space.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 200mm

Paint Layers:
Colour Tone, Ecstasy, 37 coats
Colour Tone, Cinder, 3 coats

Please Note - 
The 'in situ mockup' is merely an example of visual representation within an environment and it does not truly reflect the size of the painting. Please refer to the measurements above for the exact dimensions of this work.