Takake
Takahe
Original Graphite Drawing
Size: 21 x 29cm ( 31 x 40cm framed)
Medium: Graphite pencil on Fine Art Paper
Time Spent: 8 hours
Framing: Professionally framed with acid-free matting and standard glass (not UV-protective or non-reflective). The frame has a minor mark (shown in the photo below), but it does not detract from the overall presentation.
Availability: One-of-a-kind original
Price: $350 NZD (includes packaging; shipping extra)
🌿 The Story Behind the Artwork
The takahē, once thought extinct, is a symbol of resilience and rarity in Aotearoa. I wanted to capture its strength and presence through a close portrait, focusing on its distinctive features and expression. The Murchison Mountains, the only place where takahē survived in the wild for decades, were a strong source of inspiration, grounding the work in both the bird’s history and the rugged, remote landscape that sheltered it.
🖋️ Signed original
📄 Includes a story insert and certificate of authenticity
📦 Shipping is custom - due to the delicate nature of this piece, please reach out to arrange safe delivery.
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![Frame Detail of Takahe Graphite Drawing by Artist Sina Sibler]()
Frame Detail
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![Graphite drawing of a takahē bird, close-up portrait of its head and upper body, inspired by the Murchison Mountains of New Zealand.]()
Fame imperfection
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![Graphite drawing of a takahē bird, close-up portrait of its head and upper body, inspired by the Murchison Mountains of New Zealand.]()
Takahe Drawing
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![Graphite drawing of a takahē bird, close-up portrait of its head and upper body, inspired by the Murchison Mountains of New Zealand.]()
Takahe Drawing
