Atawhai Local Artists where the orange whenu sits

where the orange whenu sits on top of the natural pieces

and is used in various contexts — from the physical world to the realms of status

continues to grow

It was harvested

The flax has been boiled and dyed (forest green) to preserve it

Atawhai Local Artists where the orange whenu sitsThis kete whakairo has been created using harakeke (flax) harvested from the Taylor River in Blenheim. The flax has been boiled and dyed to preserve it, and has been created in the style of patikitiki. Atawhai speaks of 'kindness or caring for' much like that which Papatnuku gives to the harakeke along the banks of the awa. Toi size (approximate): Height: 20 cmWidth: 30 cm