Bibliograph

Maori markings, Ta moko, Crispin Howarth

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Maori markings, Ta moko, Crispin Howarth

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

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Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Maori markings

Nature of contents

bibliographycatalogs

Responsibility statement

Crispin Howarth

Sub title

Ta moko

Summary

The Maori art of ta moko, skin marking, has existed for centuries and, although it likely comes from the Polynesian art of tatau, it is a unique cultural expression of identity distinct to Aotearoa New Zealand. This book explores the connected histories of the colonisation of Aotearoa New Zealand and the tradition of ta moko, the unique Maori art of marking the skin with patterns that project a person's prestige, authority and identity. Captivating photographs, paintings and sculptures trace the history of Ta Moko from the eighteenth century to its contemporary resurgence

Target audience

adult

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Contributor

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