{"product_id":"manaia-series-1","title":"Manaia Series #1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManaia Series #2 - Original Artwork | Leonie Sharp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIn this piece, Leonie Sharp explores the rhythmic intersection of ancestral guardianship and the organic, shifting textures of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eManaia Series #2 is a sophisticated study in form, utilising a meticulous assembly of layered feathers within a crisp, contemporary silhouette to create a sense of organised energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe work is a tactile celebration of Aotearoa’s avian heritage, where deep obsidian, deep purple, and rich indigo feathers create a shimmering, obsidian-like depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis organic material is punctuated by the fluid, architectural lines of the Manaia—the mythical guardian of the sky, earth, and sea—adding a spiritual edge to the clean white mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFrom the hand-placed plumage that catches the light to the graceful, minimalist curves of the koru motifs, this artwork feels like a modern landscape viewed through a traditional lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eIt is a clean, unified statement piece that celebrates the raw, enduring beauty of the forest and the protective spirit of Māori mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth -\u003cspan\u003e 350\u003c\/span\u003emm x Height -\u003cspan\u003e 350\u003c\/span\u003emm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This work is made with care using all-natural materials and adhering to all New Zealand Department of Conservation guidelines.  No protected native birds were used in making this artwork. All feathers are from non-protected natives or introduced species. All feathers are natural colours and sourced from renewable resources.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe feathers are washed and dried, and before framing each piece is sprayed with an industrial-grade pyrethrum and sealed airtight.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease keep out of direct sunlight, as this could cause condensation inside the frame, which can not be removed. The butterflies do not retain moisture and will not lose their colour as they are protected by UV glass, but will be damaged by the moisture from condensation should this occur\". - L Sharp\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note - \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'in situ mockup' is merely an example of visual representation within an environment and it does not truly reflect the size of the work. Please refer to the measurements above for the exact dimensions of this artwork.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leonie Sharp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44030357536804,"sku":"148362","price":760.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/LS_148362-3-insitu.jpg?v=1776114710","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/manaia-series-1","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}