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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... Read More
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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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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