"A Pahi of Rurutu arriving at Moorea", also known as "A Sailing Canoe of the Austral Islands", by the artist Herb Kawainui Kāne.

Herb Kāne (1928-2011) was a renowned artist, historian, and a principal figure in the Hawaiian cultural renaissance.

He was a founding member of the Polynesian Voyaging Society and helped design the replica voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa.

His art is known for its detailed depictions of ancient Polynesian life and voyaging canoes.

The print was part of the "Canoes of Polynesia Collection" of the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts

16” x 23 1/2” approximate full size print

12” x 18” approximate picture size

Herb Kawainui Kāne (1928-2011) was a renowned Hawaiian artist known for his depictions of Polynesian voyaging canoes and culture.

The original artwork often appears as a lithograph print, sometimes featured on items such as vintage cruise ship menus.

Kane's art is widely recognized and has been featured on US postage stamps.

The print depicts a large, traditional double-hulled canoe with a sail in a scenic, mountainous bay.

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