{"product_id":"tied-to-you","title":"Tied to You","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFramed 12 Huia Feather Mandala - Original | Aimee Gruar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTied to You\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking back, reviewing past events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould more have been done in 1907 if it was known then that the Huia would soon be gone forever?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retro canvas was sourced from a Hospice shop in Warkworth that I visit regularly on my way to Pakiri. It was once a blind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedlework tips from a roll of trim found in a charity shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGruar's art pieces, intricately crafted from vintage fabric sourced through second-hand suppliers, aim to encourage viewers to reflect on their impact on the natural world and the importance of sustainable practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy focusing on remembrance, she not only preserves the memory of the Huia but also offers a powerful commentary on the interconnectedness of cultural heritage and ecological responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandalas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed by various cultures to represent wholeness and completion, the circular shape of mandalas can be interpreted as a symbol of the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the tail feathers of the iconic Huia bird, these mandalas feature 12 individually sewn feathers which are created with vintage materials sourced from charity shops, garage sales, and Trademe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeathers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding a feather is a very personal experience which will provide a unique meaning for each person depending on their circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften seen as signs from loved ones who have transitioned to non-physical realms, because of their connection to birds, feathers can also represent flight and freedom.\u003cbr\u003eIn Māori culture, the Huia feather symbolizes leadership and mana, and they were historically given as expressions of honour and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth - 830mm x Height - 830mm x Depth - 30mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBespokely framed in a 30mm x 25mm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eblack timber picture frame with clear glass.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aimee Gruar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51245698220068,"sku":"150659","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/AG_Front.jpg?v=1786423958","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/tied-to-you","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}