{"product_id":"te-waka-1-blues-copper","title":"Te Waka | Blues \u0026 Copper","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Waka | Blues \u0026amp; Copper  | Anna Gedson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnna Gedson showcases master craftsmanship and deep cultural narrative in her magnificent sculptural piece, Te Waka | Blues \u0026amp; Copper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extra-large waka is beautifully carved from native timber, displaying clean, fluid lines that honour traditional Māori seafaring vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hull is adorned with an intricately woven central panel, blending shimmering copper accents with a vibrant gradient of deep blues and teals that evoke the changing moods of the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalancing customary design with a striking contemporary aesthetic, this powerful taonga explores themes of journey, heritage, and connection to the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional artwork stands as a beautiful celebration of cultural identity, bringing a sophisticated, grounding presence to any large interior space.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth -1805mm x Height - 50mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatariki Herenga Waka - A Gathering of Many Voices\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA group exhibition to celebrate Matariki, 02 - 12 July 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eIn 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eAlex Sands | Anna Gedson | Joanne Barrett | Mat Scott | Medina Koni | Ra Gossage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Anna Gedson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50875119501348,"sku":"149598","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/AG_big-blue-waka-SITU_69cfaaaf-2a9e-49f9-a1b4-b2c71ec30363.jpg?v=1781139423","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/te-waka-1-blues-copper","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}