Tapa Collection

Tapas restaurant, Avda de la Catedral, Gothic Quarter, City of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe

Picture No. 10848257
Tonga - tapa cloth Date:

Picture No. 10848250
Tonga - tapa cloth being made from tree bark Date:

Americas, South America, Brazil, petiscos - Brazilian tapas in a restaurant in Salvador

Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands, . Creator: Unknown
Tapa Cloth, Pacific Islands

Tapa (Antelope Water), Taos, 1905 (toned platinum print on heavy textured paper)
1766828 Tapa (Antelope Water), Taos, 1905 (toned platinum print on heavy textured paper) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; 39.4x29.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tapa (Antelope Water)

Dancing woman on Tahiti
6338577 Dancing woman on Tahiti by Webber, John (1750-93) (after); (add.info.: Dancing woman on Tahiti. She wears a hat, a long gown with highly puckered ruffs of tapa attached to the back)

An old woman beating tapa in front of a pili grass house, Kalaupapa, Hawaii, 19th century
An old woman beating tapa infront of a pili grass house, Kalaupapa, Hawaii, 19th century

Picture No. 10848254
Tonga - tapa cloth painting Date:

Hawaii, Oahu, Polynesian Female Posing Wearing Wild Fern Haku And Tapa Cloth

Picture No. 10848251
Tonga - tapa cloth at it's first drying stage Date:

Polynesia, Kingdom of Tonga. Detail of tapa cloth made of bark. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

Tapa, Estonia - grew up with the arrival of the railroad in Estonia. A horse fair in the town

Afghanistan Kushik
Junction of the Murghab and Kushik rivers : Ak-Tapa in the distance

Pattern of tapa, beaten mulberry bark, Apia, Upolu, Western Samoa, Pacific Islands, Pacific

Painted tapa, beaten mulberry bark, Nukualofa, Tonga, Pacific Islands, Pacific

People inside a tapas bar and a detail of decorative tiled wall, Calle Maestro, Centro, Madrid, Spain, Europe

Tapas bar, Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Tapas bar and restaurant, Santa Cruz district, Seville, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Tapas bar and restaurant in the El Arenal Area near the bull ring, Seville, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Tapas bars and restaurants in the El Arenal Area near the bull ring, Seville, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

Tapas bar and restaurant with hams hanging from the ceiling, Santa Cruz district, Seville, Andalusia, Spain, Europe

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"Exploring the World of Tapa: From Brazilian Petiscos to Polynesian Traditions" Step into a vibrant tapas restaurant and embark on a culinary journey that transcends borders. Picture No. 10848257 captures the lively ambiance, as patrons indulge in delectable small plates inspired by South American flavors. In Brazil, petiscos - their version of tapas - tantalize taste buds with their bold and diverse ingredients. Transporting us back in time, Picture No. 10848250 takes us to Taos in 1905, where an Antelope Water called Tapa flows gracefully through the lens of a toned platinum print. Meanwhile, Tahiti beckons with its rhythmic beats and exotic charm; imagine a dancing woman captivating audiences under the moonlit sky. Traveling further westward, we find ourselves amidst the rich history of Hawaii. An old woman diligently beats tapa in front of her pili grass house in Kalaupapa during the 19th century – an art form passed down through generations. The Hawaiian islands boast not only cultural significance but also natural wonders like the Paper Mulberry tree (Broussonetia papyrifera), which provides materials for creating this traditional cloth. Captured beautifully in another image is a Polynesian female adorned with wild fern haku and draped elegantly in tapa cloth on Oahu island. This Society Islands treasure showcases intricate craftsmanship and pays homage to ancient traditions upheld by local communities. Lastly, Picture No. 10848251 offers an up-close glimpse into French Polynesia's mastery of bark mats – woven delicately from nature's offerings. Whether you're savoring Brazilian delights or immersing yourself in Polynesian heritage, tapa unites cultures across continents through its various forms – be it cuisine or craftwork. So come forth and celebrate this versatile artistry that connects us all.