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RACIAL TYPES / NEW ZEALAND
A group of indigenous New Zealanders cooking and consuming their enemies Date: circa 1840
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Media ID 20145313
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1840 Cooking Enemies Zealand Zealanders Consuming Racial
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich cultural history of New Zealand with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "RACIAL TYPES / NEW ZEALAND" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph, taken circa 1840, showcases a group of Maori people cooking and consuming their enemies in a traditional ritual. The metal print process brings out vibrant colors and sharp details, creating a beautiful and lasting piece of art for your home or office. Add this unique and thought-provoking image to your collection and celebrate the diversity and history of New Zealand.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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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This evocative image, titled "Racial Types - New Zealand: A Group of Native New Zealanders Cooking and Consuming their Enemies," is a poignant and thought-provoking depiction of Maori culture during the early colonial period in New Zealand, circa 1840. The photograph, which is not to be confused with the eponymous print company, offers a glimpse into the complex and often turbulent relationship between Maori people and European settlers. The Maori people, the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand, are shown in the image gathered around a large fire, preparing and consuming the flesh of their enemies. This practice, known as umu-paku, was an integral part of Maori culture and was carried out in the context of inter-tribal warfare. The image underscores the importance of food and community in Maori society, as well as their fierce determination and resilience in the face of external threats. However, it is essential to note that this photograph, like many others from the colonial era, was produced with a European perspective in mind. European settlers often used such images to perpetuate stereotypes and reinforce their own dominance over indigenous peoples. As a result, it is crucial to approach this image with a critical and nuanced perspective, recognizing both the historical context in which it was produced and the complex realities of Maori life during this period. Despite the troubling implications of the image's title, it remains an essential historical record of Maori culture and the challenges it faced during the colonial era. Today, Maori people continue to celebrate their rich cultural heritage and strive for recognition and self-determination in New Zealand society.
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