Cloak - This Land Tanya Blong

Cloak - This Land Tanya BlongPart of Gilly Sheffield's This Land Series Rescued corrugated iron from Wnaka and woven with mercerised thread, and waxed cord. 330mm H x 153mm W Gilly Sheffields corrugated iron crosses explore the interwoven nature of whnau and culture. Using iconic corrugated iron, long associated with sheltering New Zealand homes, and combining it with traditional weaving, she highlights the skills and knowledge passed down through generations across the diverse

and hang from 14ct rolled gold ear hooks

The Pohutukawa

Able to stand or has a hole in the back to hang flush against the wall

9ct yellow gold and seven sapphires of varying colours

Reference code: BW-258

By changing the scale of lines I seek to intrigue the viewer with a manipulation of space and pattern

135mm H x 80mm W

Ngā Kai Matariki Nana I Ao Ake Ki Runga (Matariki scoops up the food)

each piece is individually hand crafted

290mm on 470mm cord

An oxide is used to give a black antique or verdigris finish

Edition of 17