Sacred Tea Towel New Work

Sacred Tea Towel New WorkBirds of New Zealand Collection captures the vibrant spirit and natural beauty of New Zealand. DIMENSIONS: 500 mm x 700 mm MATERIAL: Microfiber Kathryn Furniss, a self taught painter from Nelson, New Zealand, draws inspiration from the Pacific landscape and native birds. Her acrylic and ink works feature layered techniques, blending abstract washes with detailed strokes. Through her art, Kathryn tells stories of protection, journeys, and connections

The Koruru is traditionally carved in wood and placed at the gable of a wharenui (meeting house)

Image size:180mm x 760mm

60mm drop including sterling silver hooks

She enjoys carving and working with found objects and collected materials such as wood

he exhibits nationwide

seed and sterling silver

this Ngakau box showcases an engraved Pūhoro design

Inclusions like nail holes and other unique marks of the wood's past life add character

a great centrepiece when not being used to serve food or display other treasures as a bowl

and the rich layering of colour reminiscent of his silk screenprints

13mm diameter

Flowerjade Pounamu (New Zealand greenstone)