Graham Tipene is a renowned Tā Moko artist and cultural advisor from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. His work is deeply rooted in the traditions and values of mana whenua, and he is celebrated for his intricate designs that honour Māori heritage and identity.
He is known for his tattoo designs but also the intricate linework that adorns notable buildings and structures like Waterview tunnel, Victoria Park and Auckland Library.
This stunning new Blunt Metro umbrella (Graham's second collab with Blunt) describes the journey of change in attitude towards the Maori language. The design starts dark but gets lighter signaling the growing acceptance and encouragement of Te reo in Aotearoa.
Tipene is inspired by the lush dark green of Kawakawa Pounamu (greenstone) The beautiful design has gradients of pounamu carvings.
The Metro model is our most popular selling Blunt Umbrella. It folds up into a pouch so you can pop it in your handbag or briefcase. It has a diameter of 100cm in and weighs 375gms. It is wind tested to 88kmh. Metro’s auto-open canopy easily collapses and slides neatly into the carry sleeve. It is presented in a cardboard tube.
Every Blunt comes with a no-nonsense two year global manufacturer's warranty. Please go to the Blunt website and fill out the form to register your umbrella. (https://bluntumbrellas.co.nz/pages/warranty)
Be in quick - these special limited editions sell out incredibly fast and leave many people disappointed if they don't move fast enough.