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Te Toi Whakairo: The Art of Maori Carving 2015 | By Hirini Moko Mead

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Wood carving is one of the supreme expressions of New Zealand identity. Beginning with carving's mythical origins, Te Toi Whakairo explores the evolution of styles and techniques through the four main artistic periods to the present day, and provides detailed explanations of carving styles in different parts of New Zealand.

 

Wood carving is one of the supreme expressions of New Zealand identity. Beginning with carving's mythical origins, Te Toi Whakairo explores the evolution of styles and techniques through the four main artistic periods to the present day, and provides detailed explanations of carving styles in different parts of the country, using examples from meeting houses and leading artists. Later chapters delve into the the main structures, forms and motifs, and the role of the woodcarver, and explore the status of the art in contemporary New Zealand. Practical guidance is given for use of materials, tools, techniques, surface and background decoration, the human figure, and carving poupou.

Sir Sidney (Hirini) Moko Mead is a leading authority on Maori art and culture. He had a
distinguished university career at Victoria University and internationally, has written numerous books, was
a driving force behind the Te Maori exhibition, and has been a leader of his tribe, Ngati Awa. He was
knighted in 2009 for services to Maori and education. Ta Hirini lives with his wife in Wellington.


ISBN: 9781877514821
Size: 24.2 x 18.2 cm Page: 276 Format: Paperback


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