Trinket Dish - small Pūhoro Books Janine Rata focuses on creating

Janine Rata focuses on creating small batches of functional ware

Hanging dimensions are 100mm H x 50mm W (tail width is 77mm across)

pieces that sit comfortably in everyday life while retaining a strong sense of authorship

hand-carved

paper size: 765mm x 565mm

Trinket Dish - small Pūhoro Books Janine Rata focuses on creatingThis recycled native NZ timber ring dish features an engraved design inspired by the traditional phoro pattern that adorns waka (canoes) and is often seen in Ta Moko. By blending contemporary form with classic Mori artistry and flair, it resonates with both the present and the past, exuding authenticity and cultural significance. The phoro design is reminiscent of the ripples and swirls created by a paddle strike, propelling the waka through water. It