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Canvas Print : Maori woman, New Zealand
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Maori woman, New Zealand
Maori woman, New Zealand. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14130073
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Maori Maoris Peoples Population Tribal Zealand Zealander Racial
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand into your home with our stunning Maori Woman Canvas Print. This beautiful image, captured in the late 1890s, showcases the intricate facial tattoos and traditional dress of a Maori woman. The vibrant colors and high-quality detail of this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online are brought to life on our premium canvas material, creating a museum-quality piece that is sure to become a conversation starter. Add this unique work of art to your collection and celebrate the diverse beauty of New Zealand's history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Maori Woman, New Zealand (circa 1890s): A Portrait of Cultural Resilience and Pride This photograph captures the essence of a Maori woman from New Zealand during the late 1890s. The Maori people are the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand, with a rich history and cultural traditions that date back over 800 years. The woman in this photograph is adorned in traditional Maori attire, which reflects her strong connection to her tribal heritage. Her intricately woven garment, known as a "kiri," is made from flax fibers and dyed with natural pigments. The intricate patterns on her garment represent her tribal affiliations and symbolize various aspects of Maori mythology and history. Her facial tattoos, or "ta moko," are a prominent feature of Maori identity. These intricate designs were created using a chisel-like tool and pigment, and each design is unique to the individual. Ta moko represents a person's genealogy, status, and personal history. Despite the encroachment of European influence and the forced assimilation of Maori culture during the late 1800s, the Maori people continued to maintain their traditions and language. This photograph serves as a testament to their resilience and pride in their cultural heritage. The Maori population in New Zealand today numbers over 700,000, making up around 15% of the total population. The Maori people continue to play a significant role in New Zealand's cultural and political landscape, and their traditions and customs are celebrated and preserved. This photograph is a reminder of the rich history and enduring spirit of the Maori people.
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