Kōwhaiwhai Panel Tupuārangi

Kōwhaiwhai Panel Tupuārangi | Ra Gossage

Ra Gossage beautifully honours custom and celestial narrative in this exquisite hand-painted on wood panel artwork. 

The piece honours Tupuārangi, the Matariki star associated with everything that grows in the trees and the sky, including native birds, berries, and fruits, reinterpreting traditional kōwhaiwhai motifs across a luminous, shimmering silver background.

Meticulously detailed and painted by hand, the rhythmic koru and geometric star patterns feature a cool, elevated palette of vibrant blues, deep indigo, and soft teals, beautifully capturing the airy vitality of the forest canopy and the upper realms.

This long, architectural statement piece establishes a powerful cultural presence, bringing timeless Māori design and sophisticated craftsmanship to any modern space.

Dimensions:
Width - 880mm x Height - 90mm x Thickness 10mm 

Matariki Herenga Waka - A Gathering of Many Voices

A group exhibition to celebrate Matariki, 02 - 12 July 2026

In a shared exploration of connection, six Māori artists contribute to a collective constellation of works. Like the stars of the Matariki cluster, each voice is distinct and yet deeply interconnected.
Alex Sands | Anna Gedson | Joanne Barrett | Mat Scott | Medina Koni | Ra Gossage