Maori Collection

Maori girls rubbing noses, c1920. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Treaty of Waitangi
The Treaty of Waitangi: Maori chiefs recognise British sovereignty and New Zealand becomes part of the British Empire. This was designed to guarantee land rights to the Maoris

Maori Chieftain, New Zealand. Date: circa 1910s

Traditional wood carved mask in the Te Puia Maori Cultural Center, Rotorura, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Maori leader, New Zealand, 1800s
Tawhiao, Maori king, with tatooed face in a robe of feathers, New Zealand, 1890s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

Welcoming ceremony performed by descendants of the Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao tribe, Te Puia Maori Village, Te Puia Wakarewarewa Geothermal Village, Rotorua, Taupo Volcanic Zone, North Island

Treaty of Waitangi
Maori chiefs recognise British sovereignty by signing the Treaty of Waitangi

Marai, a Maori Meeting House at Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Maori statue with Moko facial tattoo, New Zealand, Pacific

Tamati Waka Nene, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Lindauer, Gottfried (1839-1926); Original painting 101.9x84.2 cm; Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

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)

Maori Poi dancers, Waitangi, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Close-up of Maori statue, Tamatekapua Meeting House, Rotorua, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand. Plate from The New Zealanders illustrated by George French Angas (1822-1886). Date: 1847

Historic Maori church on hillside above Akaroa Harbour, Onuku, near Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Maori head tattoos, artwork
Maori head tattoos. 19th century artwork of tattooed Maori heads. The Maoris, the indigenous population of the islands of New Zealand

Carvings on a Whare Whakairo Meeting House, carvings representing the dead and manifestations of ancestors preserved tribal history in an oral society, Te Puia Maori Village, Rotorua

Close-up of Maori carving on Ohinemutu marae meeting house, Rotorua, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Signing the Treaty of Waitangi (colour litho)
2800140 Signing the Treaty of Waitangi (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Signing the Treaty of Waitangi)

Kowitis Rununga House, Waioneo, Bay of Islands, c. 1870 (albumen print)
MGS272613 Kowitis Rununga House, Waioneo, Bay of Islands, c.1870 (albumen print) by Mundy, Daniel Louis (1826/27-81); 18.4x24.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kawiti)

Whare Runanga - Wairoa, c. 1865-70 (b / w photo)
495396 Whare Runanga - Wairoa, c.1865-70 (b/w photo) by Burton, Alfred (1834-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wairoa is a town on New Zealands North Island)

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Rewi Maniapoto, c. 1890 (albumen print)
MGS272341 Rewi Maniapoto, c.1890 (albumen print) by Martin, Josiah (1843-1916); 20.5x15.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Manga)

Champagne pool, Rotorua thermal reserve
Famous champagne pool emitting sulphuric steam, Rotorua Thermal reserve, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Maori man, profile, 18th century
Maori man. Engraved plate showing a profile of a Maori man. Clearly seen are the facial tattoos, hair comb and other jewellery worn

New Zealand Greeting
A Maori man and woman meet, touching hands and rubbing noses in the Te hongi greeting

Maori carving of a face, canoe, Okahu Bay, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Local Maori man with traditional Moko face tattoo painting, The Tamaki Experience, Rotorua, Taupo Volcanic Zone, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Maori graves, Port Levy, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Anthropological illustration depicting the Ethiopian Race; by F. E. Guerin
5305728 Anthropological illustration depicting the Ethiopian Race; by F. E. Guerin. From Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phenomenes de la nature-1833/1834; (add.info)

Maori War-Dance (engraving)
8648109 Maori War-Dance (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maori War-Dance)

The British Empire, 1920s: New Zealand (colour litho)
8657399 The British Empire, 1920s: New Zealand (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Zealand)

New Zealand, 1890s: Fine Specimen of Maori Carving (b/w photo)
8662408 New Zealand, 1890s: Fine Specimen of Maori Carving (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fine Specimen of Maori Carving)

Girl of New Zealand. Maori girl with feather in her hair and long earrings
FLO4695625 Girl of New Zealand. Maori girl with feather in her hair and long earrings. Handcoloured stipple engraving from Frederic Shoberl's The World in Miniature

Elderly Maori chief, New Zealand 1880
3522593 Elderly Maori chief, New Zealand 1880; (add.info.: Elderly Maori chief, New Zealand 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Young Maori Woman, New Zealand, 1880
3522594 Young Maori Woman, New Zealand, 1880.; (add.info.: Young Maori Woman, New Zealand, 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Te Hinote Kawau
2912120 Te Hinote Kawau; (add.info.: Te Hinote Kawau, New Zealand Maori with facial tattoos, 1880. 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Maori princess with tattoos, 1880 (b/w photo)
2911949 Maori princess with tattoos, 1880 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Tai Huia, King Tawhiao's daughter 1880 Maori princess with tattoos, New Zealand. 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Maori woman
5307704 A Maori woman.; (add.info.: Photograph taken of a Maori woman. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

Waterfall in Dusky Bay with a Maori canoe, 18th century (oil on panel)
7295307 Waterfall in Dusky Bay with a Maori canoe, 18th century (oil on panel) by Hodges, William (1744-97); 27.6x35.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Head of a New Zealander, with a comb in his hair., 1770 (engraving)
7295525 Head of a New Zealander, with a comb in his hair., 1770 (engraving) by Parkinson, Sydney (c.1745-71); 20.1x16.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Teroro Tamati
2912116 Teroro Tamati; (add.info.: Teroro Tamati, New Zealand Maori Chief with facial tattoos 1880. 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Rangi Tahi Maori woman with child
2912059 Rangi Tahi Maori woman with child; (add.info.: Rangi Tahi Maori woman with child, New Zealand 1880. 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Carved Gateway of an Old Pah (engraving)
8648084 Carved Gateway of an Old Pah (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carved Gateway of an Old Pah)

New Zealand, 1890s: The Maori (b/w photo)
8662643 New Zealand, 1890s: The Maori (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Maori)

New Zealand, 1890s: Interior of Native Pah (b/w photo)
8662681 New Zealand, 1890s: Interior of Native Pah (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Native Pah)

New Zealand, 1890s: Washing Day (b/w photo)
8662493 New Zealand, 1890s: Washing Day (b/w photo) by New Zealand Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing Day)

Erebus' and 'Terror' in New Zealand, August 1841, c.1847 (oil on canvas)
7295296 Erebus' and 'Terror' in New Zealand, August 1841, c.1847 (oil on canvas) by Carmichael, John Wilson (1800-68); 122.7x183.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

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"Preserving Maori Culture: A Glimpse into the Rich Heritage of New Zealand's Indigenous People" Immerse yourself in the vibrant world culture at the Te Puia Maori Cultural Center, nestled in Rotorua, North Island. Here, a traditional wood carved mask takes center stage, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship and spiritual significance behind these ancient artifacts. The Treaty of Waitangi stands as a pivotal moment in history for both Maori and non-Maori communities. It symbolizes an agreement that sought to protect Maori rights and establish a partnership between indigenous people and European settlers. Step back in time as you encounter a majestic Maori Chieftain from New Zealand's past. These revered leaders held immense influence within their tribes, guiding their people with wisdom and strength. Journey further into history to meet a prominent Maori leader from the 1800s. Their vision shaped generations to come, leaving an indelible mark on New Zealand's cultural landscape. Enter Marai, a sacred Meeting House where ancestral spirits are honored through rituals passed down through generations. Witness awe-inspiring welcoming ceremonies performed by descendants who continue to uphold age-old traditions. A striking statue adorned with Moko facial tattoos serves as a testament to the artistry and symbolism embedded within this unique form of body adornment practiced by the Maoris for centuries. The Tiki at Raroera Pah beckons visitors with its enigmatic presence—a symbol representing fertility and protection among various Polynesian cultures including the Maoris'. Whare Whakairo Meeting Houses captivate with their intricately carved designs depicting stories from mythology or historical events—each carving serving as an artistic expression deeply rooted in cultural heritage. Tamati Waka Nene immortalized on canvas transports us back to 1890—an esteemed figure whose legacy continues to inspire future generations with his unwavering commitment towards preserving Maori identity.