Sacred Balance - Watercolour River Matai Inlaid Board

Crafted from watercolored River Matai, this statement piece is a study in balance, transformation, and timeless geometry.
At its heart lies an intricately handmade 360-piece geometric inlay, made from River Kauri, River Matai, River Rimu, River Totara, and River Puriri, each piece a fragment of New Zealand’s ancient forests, preserved for centuries submerged on our riverbeds.

The number 360 holds significance across multiple disciplines. In numerology, it represents wholeness, cycles, and infinite potential, a number of completion and unity. In geometry and sacred geometry, 360 degrees form the perfect circle—the foundation of all shapes, movement, and cosmic symmetry. This board embodies these principles, uniting precision, natural beauty, and symbolism in a singular, harmonious composition.

Beyond the numbers, the gradients woven through both the board and its pattern add a striking visual and conceptual depth. The pattern shifts from deep darkness at its core to a vibrant orange at the edges, mirroring the natural aging and preservation process of river-recovered timber. Meanwhile, the board itself transitions from fiery orange on one side to a deep black on the other, an evocative representation of time, change, and the duality of light and shadow.

This board is more than a functional piece—it is an artwork infused with meaning. Whether displayed or used, it serves as a meditation on contrast, evolution, and the interconnectedness of all things.

Finished with Rubio Monocoat +2C in Pure, this one-of-one creation is a true testament to the beauty of nature and craftsmanship.