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Maori Carving
The Art of Preserving Maori History
Brief Description
This photograph-rich book shows and describes the process of carving, covering the types of materials and tools used, the carving strokes and surface patterns, and different regional styles. It highlights the range of items carved, from meeting houses to musical instruments, waka (canoes), storehouses, weapons, and...
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Maori Carving
Describes the process of carving, covering the types of materials and tools used, the carving strokes and surface patterns and different regional styles. It shows the range of items carved from meeting houses to musical instruments, waka or canoes, storehouses, weapons and ceremonial items, such as boxes and staffs, and gives detailed information on the carving of wharenui or meeting houses.
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Description
This photograph-rich book shows and describes the process of carving, covering the types of materials and tools used, the carving strokes and surface patterns, and different regional styles. It highlights the range of items carved, from meeting houses to musical instruments, waka (canoes), storehouses, weapons, and ceremonial items such as boxes and staffs.
The book provides detailed information on the carving of wharenui, or meeting houses, offering a comprehensive exploration of the art form.
Maori Carving is an insightful resource for understanding the intricacies and cultural significance of traditional Maori carving practices.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781775501916
Publisher: Huia Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 June 2015
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Huia Publishers
Illustration: 72 illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 160.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 56
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