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Fine Art Print : Samoan Women - Making Kawa-Kawa
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Samoan Women - Making Kawa-Kawa
Samoan Women - Making Kawa-Kawa. Kawakawa is one of the most distinctive Pacific native plants. It was one of the most important healing herbs in Rongoa Maori (traditional Maori medicine, New Zealand). Use of Kawakawa as a healing or tonic herb is still popular today
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Bowl Distinctive Garlands Healing Herb Herbs Isalnd Maori Mixing Pacific Pla Nts Samoa Samoan Tonic Zealand Kawa
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints featuring Samoan Women Making Kawa-Kawa. This captivating image showcases the traditional preparation of Kawakawa, a native plant of immense significance in Pacific medicine. Bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of this time-honored practice into your home or office. Our high-quality prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, are rights managed, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity. Experience the beauty and history of the Pacific Islands with every glance.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.3cm (21" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Samoan Women Engaged in the Traditional Process of Making Kawa-Kawa: A Glance into the Rich Cultural Heritage of Pacific Healing This evocative image captures a moment in time as Samoan women come together in a communal setting to prepare the native Kawa-Kawa plant, a distinctive Pacific native with significant cultural and medicinal importance. Kawa-Kawa, also known as Piper methysticum, holds a special place in both Samoan and Maori traditional healing practices, known as Rongoa Maori in New Zealand. The women in this photograph are meticulously mixing the Kawa-Kawa leaves in a large, wooden bowl, releasing their potent aroma into the air. The leaves, which are known for their therapeutic properties, are often used to make a tonic or herbal infusion. In the background, other women can be seen adorning their hair with fragrant flowers and garlands, adding to the vibrant and colorful atmosphere. The use of Kawa-Kawa as a healing herb and tonic is deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the Pacific Islands. The plant has been used for centuries to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and even as a relaxant. Its popularity continues today, as many people in the Pacific region still rely on its natural healing properties. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and the importance of traditional healing practices in the Pacific Islands. It serves as a reminder of the deep connection between people and the natural world, and the enduring power of community and tradition.
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