Olive Green Seed Pod with Pākati Haehae Design

Olive Green Seed Pod with Pākati Haehae Design | Mike Cameron

In this significant creation, local artist Mike Cameron translates Aotearoa’s native palm seed pod into the luminous medium of cast gaffe glass.

By recreating this ancestral silhouette, Mike explores the subtle intersection of strength and fragility inherent in our native flora.

Vertical textures and a carefully bound fibre wrap on the handle provide a tactile contrast to the smooth, glowing glass body.

Resting on a bespoke perspex base, this distinct work stands as a sophisticated tribute to Kiwi heritage, reimagined through a bold, modern lens.

Bring an undeniable touch of Aotearoa's raw beauty into your home today by securing this one-of-a-kind glass sculpture for your collection.

Pods
The pods act as a hard, safe vessel that shields new life during a period of dormancy. It symbolizes divine safeguarding and the inner strength required to mature before stepping out into the world. Just as a dry or ripe pod contains life capable of growing an entire forest, it represents unseen potential and spiritual truths waiting for the right moment to emerge, having the natural ability or capacity to grow, happen, or succeed in the future.

Feathers
The feathers are added to denote status and prestige, showing it belongs to a rangatira or esteemed warriors. The feathers connect the piece to the realms of the atua (gods) and the natural world. Birds are seen as messengers between the physical and spiritual realms, providing spiritual protection to the recipient.

Pākati  Haehae Pattern
The Pākati Haehae pattern is a traditional Māori  that represents niho taniwha ( or teeth of the taniwha). The pattern features small, repeated notches or serrated forms. It is commonly associated with strength, resilience, protection and determination. 

Seed Pod Dimensions
Length - 1070mm x Width - 30mm x Height - 200mm  

Sculpture Dimensions
Length - 1070mm x Width - 30mm x Height - 220mm