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Maori priest
Portrait of Te Wainga, Maori priest of Araitehuruthe presiding deity of the entrance of the river Hokianga. Book: Manners and customs of the New Zealanders Date: 1840
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Description Folk Lore Maori Peoples Priests Zealand
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Bring the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand to your walls with our stunning Maori Priest poster print. This captivating image, sourced from the renowned Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a portrait of Te Wainga, a Maori priest from Araitehuruthe, the presiding deity of the entrance of the Hokianga River. Drawn from an 1840 publication, "Manners and Customs of the New Zealanders," this poster is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office, but also a testament to the profound history and traditions of the Maori people. Elevate your space with this exquisite and authentic work of art."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.1cm x 59.4cm (13" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic presence of Te Wainga, a revered Maori priest from the Northland region of New Zealand, in the early 19th century. Te Wainga served as the presiding deity and spiritual guardian of the entrance to the Hokianga River, a sacred site of great cultural significance to the Maori people. The image, taken from the seminal work "Manners and Customs of the New Zealanders" published in 1840, offers a rare glimpse into the rich and complex Maori society that existed prior to European colonization. Dressed in traditional Maori attire, Te Wainga's intricately tattooed body and expressive facial features convey a deep sense of spiritual connection to the land and its people. At the time, the Maori were a highly autonomous and decentralized society, governed by a complex system of tribal alliances and spiritual beliefs. The role of the priest, or "tohunga," was central to Maori life, as they were believed to possess special knowledge and powers that allowed them to communicate with the gods and maintain the balance of nature. Despite the encroachment of European influence, the Maori people continued to hold onto their traditions and spiritual practices, adapting them to the changing world around them. Te Wainga's portrait serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and enduring strength of indigenous cultures, even in the face of great upheaval and change. Today, the Maori people remain an integral part of New Zealand's cultural fabric, and their rich history and traditions continue to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world. This portrait of Te Wainga offers a window into a bygone era, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of all peoples.
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