Original works are hand-carved, painted, and finished by Ruben Aira Jr. in his Oʻahu studio. Each piece is one of a kind — no two are alike.
Every original artwork is crafted by hand with care, patience, and presence. Some pieces take months to complete. Inspired by the spirit of Hawaiʻi, Ruben’s work carries the ocean into the process itself — the sound of waves in every strike of the chisel, every brush stroke, and every final finishing touch.
Moku
$12,000.00
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Moku
Sculptural Reliefs
Abstract Elements
Size
31" x 48" x 13"
Material
Lightweight synthetic wood HDU
Meaning “island” in Hawaiian, Moku imagines a seed carried beyond the boundaries of ordinary space, taking root in the open rather than within a body or chamber. Its rising, fragmented form suggests a quiet beginning becoming an island of its own, an independent presence growing outward into the unknown.
Carved from lightweight synthetic wood HDU, this one-of-a-kind original by Ruben Aira Jr. balances the visual gravity of stone with the clarity of a contemporary sculptural material. Layered contours and organic geometry invite changing shadows across the surface, making Moku a striking focal point for a home, studio, or gallery.
A meaningful choice for collectors of abstract sculpture, sculptural reliefs, and contemporary Hawaiian-inspired art, Moku brings the feeling of emergence, expansion, and an island forming beyond the familiar.
$12,000.00
U.S. shipping is included.
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