Ancestors stay present
Each compact figure keeps ribs, skull, and bead-eyes close enough to read in one hand.
Inscription remains guarded
Rongorongo bands act as solemn rhythm, never translated into a false easy message.
Ocean color appears rarely
Pacific teal is held back for horizon marks, so the hardwood ground carries the voice.
The craft stays austere
Basalt gray, saffron earth, and bone highlights replace resort color with carved restraint.