Āhua Gallery

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke

Measurements: 260mm x 210mm

Material: Parāoa (Whalebone)

Measurements: 69mm x 22mm

Hei Piu (neck piece) are contemporary fashion statements utilising Māori tradition

Material: Muka

Measurements: 180mm x 590mm

Kete whakairo are woven flax bags of a finer quality than the general utilitarian kete. They are normally made from prepared strips of flax and/or kiekie, some of which have been dyed. Kete whakairo may also feature geometric designs.

Material: Harakeke & Muka

Measurements: 280mm x 200mm