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E Wai - Na Horua - Tuarau - Maori Group, New Zealand
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E Wai - Na Horua - Tuarau - Maori Group, New Zealand
Na Horua (Tom Street), the elder brother of Raupapaha, his wife E Wai and his son Tuarau (Kopai), pictured at Kapotea near Porirua, New Zealand. Plate from The New Zealanders illustrated by George French Angas (1822-1886). Date: 1847
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This image, taken from The New Zealanders, a seminal work by renowned English artist and ethnographer George French Angas, depicts the Maori group of Na Horua, led by their elder brother Tom Street (Na Horua), his wife E Wai, and their son Tuarau (Kopai), near Porirua, New Zealand in 1847. The Maoris, an indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand, are renowned for their rich cultural heritage and strong tribal traditions. Na Horua, with his distinctive facial tattoos and traditional Maori garments, stands proudly in the center, surrounded by his loved ones. His wife, E Wai, wears a simple yet elegant dress made of flax fibers, adorned with intricate shell necklaces and earrings. Their son, Tuarau, mirrors the family's traditional attire, showcasing the deep-rooted connection to their ancestral customs. The location of this photograph, Kapotea, holds significant importance to the Maori people as it is believed to be the site of an ancient battle. Despite the historical context, the image portrays a sense of peace and unity within the family. Angas, a pioneering figure in ethnography and anthropology, captured this moment in time, providing an invaluable record of the Maori people and their traditions during the early colonial period. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and enduring spirit of the Maori people, who continue to preserve their rich cultural heritage to this day.
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