Bathed in the gentle glow of moonlight, a ruru perches in quiet vigilance upon the sturdy branch of a pūriri tree. This elusive nocturnal guardian, rarely seen but often heard, watches over the night with an air of mystery. The darkness around it is deep and velvety, yet the soft illumination reveals the bird’s intricate plumage and sharp gaze. The ruru’s haunting, melancholic call lingers in the still air, a sound woven into the fabric of the night. Inspired by the unseen wonders of nature, this painting captures a fleeting, intimate moment—one that speaks of solitude, guardianship, and the quiet beauty of the nocturnal world.
 
The Māori title translates as Guardian of the Night.
 
You will also receive a Certificate of Authenticity with this painting.
 
Original NZ art.
Painted with acrylics on canvas stretched over wood box frame.
50 x 50 x 4 cm.