Te Toi Whakairo: the Art of Maori Carving

The Art of Maori Carving

Author: Hirini Moko Mead

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Te Toi Whakairo: the Art of Maori Carving

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Te Toi Whakairo is an essential guide to Maori wood carving by distinguished carver and academic Sir Sidney (Hirini) Moko Mead. The book presents all the elements of carving in different regions of New Zealand, with practical advice on techniques and styles, and is abundantly illustrated with photos, diagrams, instructions, whakapapa and maps.

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Woodcarving is one of the supreme expressions of New Zealand identity. Beginning with carving's mythical origins, this book 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 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.

About the Author

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.

Product Details

Publisher

Oratia Media | Oratia Books

Published

13th July 2017

Edition

3rd

Pages

276

ISBN

9780947506377

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

17 Aug, 2024

Great book! Amd the speed of delivery was well not expected! I live in Australia and ordered clothing from new zealand and this book came days before the clothing. Great experience
By Corey

05 Aug, 2022

Excellent book
By Logan

09 Dec, 2021

Amazingly informative and well written. Kai Pai!
By Ian

24 Sep, 2021

Fantastic resource. I remeber my step father studyinf the earlier incarnation of this in the 1980s and the updated copy is excellent. A huge new appreciation for the diversity there was between the various Iwi and this is reflected in the regional styles outlined with very good ilustrations. Has served to wet my interest in delving more in to Te Toi Maori.
By Chris

10 Mar, 2021

Love the mātauranga within this book, has definitely helped me with my art
By Richard

15 Jun, 2021

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