Roimata Toroa / Turuturu

Bring the rich storytelling and elegant geometry of traditional Māori art into your space with this beautiful, contemporary tukutuku-inspired piece. This artwork beautifully weaves together two profound patterns: Roimata Toroa and Turuturu.

​The Meaning Behind the Design

​Tukutuku patterns are more than just beautiful designs—they hold deep visual histories, connections to the natural world, and emotional depth. This particular piece carries a profound significance, serving as a beautiful representation and remembrance of passed loved ones.

• ​Roimata Toroa (The Tears of the Albatross): Represented by the longer, cascading vertical patterns. This design tells the story of the albatross weeping for its lost home or ancestors, symbolizing deep emotion, resilience, endurance, and safe passage over long journeys.
• ​Turuturu (Falling Tears / Water Droplets): Patterned as the shorter, distinct tears. This design represents falling water or raindrops, symbolizing cleansing, reflection, and the emotional release that brings renewal.

​Together, they create a striking visual rhythm that honors connection, perseverance, and emotional strength, while keeping the memory of those who have passed close to our hearts.

​Customization & Ordering Details

​We want this piece to perfectly fit your home or serve as a deeply meaningful gift. You can fully customize this artwork to match your interior styling:

• ​Custom Colourways: Love the pattern but want a different palette? We can change the weave colours to match your preferences. (Please specify your colour choices at checkout or contact us directly). Also can have the added boarder or without.
• ​Framing Options: Available in a sleek Black or crisp White frame to seamlessly suit your decor.
• ​Handcrafted Unique Finish: Each piece is completely handcrafted with love and pure intentions. Because of this intentional, hands-on process, every single piece will have its own unique character and vary slightly from the next.
• Size: the picture is of a A3 sized framed piece. A4 size is smaller so will look different to this.

​✈️ International Shipping Note: If you are purchasing this piece from Australia, please select the "No Frame" option at checkout to accommodate shipping guidelines.

PLEASE NOTE SIZING:

A3 PANEL IN FRAME = 

52.5cm x 42.5cm x 3cm

A3 PANEL ONLY (APPROX)

41.8cm x 30cm x 0.6cm

A4 PANEL IN FRAME =

44cm x 32cm x 3cm

A4 PANEL ONLY (APPOX)

29.5cm x 21cm x 0.6cm

​Add a piece of meaningful heritage to your walls today. Select your options below to customize yours.