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Tanya Masaniai Ibarra Art

Kanaloa - LEGACY PRINTS

Kanaloa - LEGACY PRINTS

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The Polynesian deity Kanaloa (Hawaiʻi), Tagaloa (Samoa), Tagaroa (Aotearoa), and Tangaroa (Rarotonga) is known as the god of the ocean and the creator of the islands and the people of Polynesia. In many Pacific traditions, Kanaloa is both guardian and teacher, a divine force that embodies the power and mystery of the sea.

In this artwork, each arm of the octopus carries Polynesian design motifs representing the eight regions of the Pacific. According to legend, these regions were created by the eight legs of Kanaloa in the ancient story of origin. At the center, the ocean and voyaging canoe symbolize the lifeways, journeys, and resilience of the Polynesian people.

Rich with cultural symbolism, this piece speaks to heritage, identity, and the eternal relationship between people and the sea. Perfect for those seeking Polynesian wall art, Samoan art, Pacific Island decor, or cultural paintings rooted in ancestral wisdom, Kanaloa is a powerful reminder of our shared oceanic story.

Available in archival paper prints and ready-to-hang giclée canvas in limited editions.

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