MANAIA O 'AWAIKI
Beautifully crafted on 120 gsm paper.
This Ink, Water Colour and Acrylic artwork is mounted and framed with in a White.
A glass front to protect this work for years to come.
Manaia was a prominent figure who played a significant role in the history of the Tokomaru waka, one of the legendary canoes that brought Māori ancestors to Aotearoa (New Zealand). Manaia and his navigator, Rākeiora, led the Tokomaru waka from Hawaiki, specifically from Ra'iatea in Tahiti. This waka served as a passenger carrier between the Leeward Islands, Tahiti, Tahaa, Ra'iatea, and the Austral Islands before embarking on its monumental journey to New Zealand.Te Āti Awa, Ngāti Tama, and Ngāti Rārua are iwi (tribes) that descend from the crew of the Tokomaru waka. These tribes trace their ancestry back to the voyagers who made this significant journey.There are different narratives surrounding Manaia and the reasons for the Tokomaru waka's voyage. One narrative suggests that Manaia had to leave the islands due to a dispute, which forced him to flee. Another narrative highlights the waka's purpose of bringing new produce and skills to Aotearoa. According to this account, Rākeiora and his father Tamaku Hikurangi left New Zealand to bring back kumara (sweet potato) from Hawaiki, underscoring the waka's role in agricultural exchange and innovation.These diverse stories about Manaia and the Tokomaru waka reflect the rich tapestry of Māori oral traditions and their importance in preserving cultural heritage and ancestral knowledge.
PRODUCT INFO
Exquisitely crafted on 120 gsm paper, this artwork combines Ink, Watercolor, and Acrylic mediums, showcasing a harmonious blend of artistic expression. It is elegantly mounted and framed within a White frame, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. The inclusion of a glass front ensures the preservation of this masterpiece for years to come, allowing its beauty to endure through time.
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