Māori sentry on gate at Maketū, 1865

Date1865Reference NumberArt 21-007DescriptionWarrior wielding a tewhatewha infront of a waharoa (gateway. Typed on rear by unknown "Maori sentry on gate at Maketu, 1865. The names of the tattoo designs depictedare: "moko" on the face; "rapi' on the haunch' and "puhoro" on the thigh. Same as in Dumont D'Urville's voyages. The gate is made of an old canoe set up, and carved; it has a large painted head with the "moko" of the tribe." Handwritten on rear by unknown "I was with Captain Gilbert Mair commanding the Arawa contingent 1865. The sentry was pleased afterwards to see himself and be somebody amongst his comrades." Subject in artwork is said to be Tutu Ngarahu. FormatWatercolourPhysical Description220mm x 290mmCreatorRobley, Horatio Gordon, 1840-1930

Whakapapa

WakaTe Arawa Last edited by: Matanga Taonga Tuku Iho Maori

IwiNgāti Whakaue Last edited by: Matanga Taonga Tuku Iho Maori

Asset Location

RoomClimate controlled room - offsite Last edited by: Matanga Taonga Tuku Iho Maori

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Kaitiakitanga StatementPlease use taonga Māori materials provided by Te Ao Mārama: Tauranga City Libraries appropriately. This includes being respectful and mindful of the creator/s, as well as the mana and dignity of people, iwi and hapū group/s, and the environmental subjects depicted in the material.Cultural/Ethical StatusNoaRestrictionsNo cultural/ethical restrictions apply.CopyrightNo known copyrightAcknowledgementTe Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries Art 21-007

Relates To

Start here:Robley, Horatio Gordon, 1840-1930 (Person)Part of Artwork SeriesHoratio Robley Collection

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