TOP A’ALI’I

Name: TOP A'ALI'I
Brand: MANAOLA
SKU: 011030930119-2
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KAMEHAMEHA

He Kapa no Kamehameha Pai'ea
(First of 2 in Honor of Ke Ali'i)

In a trio of carved motifs, this namesake pattern pays homage to the great warrior chief of Hawai`i, Kamehameha Pai`ea. Born in secrecy and raised in Kohala, Hawai`i, he became one of the most revered monarchs of ancient times uniting all eight islands under one rule.

Designer Manaola, a Kohala descendent, was inspired by two royal birth chants that spoke of his greatness. Manaola recounts the story of Kamehameha’s mother Keku`iapōiwa having strange cravings while with child. The King at the time, Alapa`inui, received word that she had been craving the eyes of the Niuhi, the Tiger Shark. This strange phenomenon urged the King’s priest to suggest he destroy the child upon birth least he grow to become the slayer of kings.

With this news, Kamehameha’s mother devised a plan to have Nae`ole, a swift runner, take the child high into the sheer cliffs of `Āwini, Kohala. The mother’s cousin, Kaha`ōpulani, who was also expecting a child, would become his guardian and wet nurse. With the help of careful planning and the protection of the people of Kohala, the young chief would defy death and would be raised in secrecy.

As the child grew into maturity, his uncle King Alapa`i Nui heard of the heroic efforts of Keku`iapoiwa and the secret raising of this impressive young royal. The chant “Aia O `Āwini Pali Ali`i Hula`ana” tells of this and is the inspiration for Manaola’s print design. The news softened King Alapa`i Nui’s heart and the Ali`i welcomed the young prince to court.

Three profound patterns decorate this regal design. Strong poetry parallels Kamehameha’s stature. The majestic heights of the sheer sea cliffs, only accessible by birds, protected and hid the young royal.

The Designer has captured the cliff-side view of Pololu Valley in his narrow and pointed triangular shaped pattern. The dramatic cliff view is from `Awini at the frontal peak back towards Keahialaka where the valley ridges meet. The second design represents the steep descent Kamehameha Pai`ea traversed as he ascended to his full potential as a prolific, powerful and visionary monarch.

The last of the three graphics symbolize the Niho Manō or Shark toothed pattern showing the fierce strength of the warrior King. The barbed like motif mimics the razor sharp edge of the `ihe laumeki barbed spear, and Leiomanō, the shark tooth studded club.

Kamehameha was a ferocious master of the art of spear catching making him invincible and aiding him in conquering his adversaries in epic battles. He was determined to achieve his vision of a unified nation and his skill in war and battle tactics made it possible. Known as the great Alexander of the Pacific, it was said that no man in the islands could match Kamehameha’s strength.

The inspiration for this pattern springs from the determination of Kamehameha Pai`ea to achieve his destiny for the betterment of his people. The people of Kohala also chose a destiny to be the protectors of the royal child allowing him to flourish under their watchful eye. Manaola, inspired by the courage of the Ali`i, pays homage to the Warrior King through powerful motifs. The Artist hopes his design will connect us to the spirit within each of us, in symmetry with Kamehameha Pai`ea and the people of Kohala, to become the best of whom we wish to be.

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KAMEHAMEHA

He Kapa no Kamehameha Pai'ea (First of 2 in Honor of Ke Ali'i)

In a trio of carved motifs, this namesake pattern pays homage to the great warrior chief of Hawai`i, Kamehameha Pai`ea. Born in secrecy and raised in Kohala, Hawai`i, he became one of the most revered monarchs of ancient times uniting all eight islands under one rule.

Three profound patterns decorate this regal design. Strong poetry parallels Kamehameha’s stature. The majestic heights of the sheer sea cliffs, only accessible by birds, protected and hid the young royal.

The last of the three graphics symbolize the Niho Manō or Shark toothed pattern showing the fierce strength of the warrior King. The barbed like motif mimics the razor sharp edge of the `ihe laumeki barbed spear, and Leiomanō, the shark tooth studded club.

He Kapa no Kamehameha Pai'ea
(First of 2 in Honor of Ke Ali'i)