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A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand
A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand. Plate from The New Zealanders illustrated by George French Angas (1822-1886). Date: 1847
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A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand: A Glimpse into the Rich Cultural Heritage of the Maori People in the Mid-19th Century This image, titled "A Tiki at Raroera Pah, New Zealand," is an ethnographic plate from The New Zealanders, a seminal work by the renowned English artist and explorer, George French Angas. Dated 1847, this plate offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of the Maori people, the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand, during a pivotal moment in their history. The Maori people, known for their rich cultural heritage, have long been celebrated for their unique artistic traditions, particularly their intricately carved wooden figures known as tikis. These tikis, often depicted with stylized human features, served various purposes, from representing ancestral spirits to marking significant sites or commemorating important events. In this image, we see a beautifully carved tiki, standing proudly at Raroera Pah, a Maori fortified village or pa. The tiki's intricate facial features, including its bulging eyes, prominent nose, and expressive mouth, are expertly rendered, reflecting the skill and artistry of the Maori carvers. The tiki's elaborate headdress and the ornate patterns adorning its body further underscore the significance of these figures in Maori culture. Angas' meticulous documentation of the Maori people and their traditions during his travels through New Zealand in the mid-19th century has proven invaluable to anthropologists and historians, providing a unique window into a time when the Maori way of life was still largely unchanged by European influence. This image, with its striking depiction of a tiki at Raroera Pah, stands as a testament to the enduring power of Maori tradition and the rich cultural heritage that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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