Mangōpare

Mangōpare - Original Carved Painting | Hikurangi Edwards

Hikurangi Edwards showcases master craftsmanship and a deep connection to customary narrative in his striking artwork, Mangōpare - Original Carved Painting.

This beautifully elongated, narrow rectangular piece features intricately hand-carved panels forming a continuous, rhythmic vertical sequence of kōwhaiwhai motifs.

The composition prominently utilises the mangopare (hammerhead shark) design, a traditional symbol representing strength, resilience, and determination.

Executed in a sophisticated palette of deep forest green and crisp white, the patterns cleverly invert across alternating geometric sections to create an incredible sense of movement and visual balance.

Balancing traditional Māori carving techniques with a sleek contemporary presence, this powerful taonga stands as a beautiful celebration of cultural identity, bringing a commanding, grounding energy to any modern space.

Dimensions:
Width - 200mm x Height - 160mm

Paint Layers:
Colour Tone, Alabaster 37coats
Colour Tone, Forest Green, 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.