Hine Nui Te Po: The Māori goddess of night, death, and the underworld, Hine Nui Te Po, represents the eternal cycle of life and death, the connection between the physical and spiritual realms, and the mysteries of the cosmos. The piece aims to honor her divine nature, spiritual power, and role in Māori mythology.
Black-on-Black Design: The choice of black-on-black not only creates an aesthetic that feels timeless, mysterious, and sacred but also allows for subtle contrasts in texture and depth, drawing attention to different elements of the relief without overwhelming the viewer with color. The use of black as both the background and the finish serves as a powerful metaphor for night, shadow, and the depth of the underworld, which Hine Nui Te Po governs.