Aramoana

Date1993Reference NumberArt 21-166DescriptionAramoana; the sea patterns.
The Aramoana or sea pattern is symbolic of Tangaroa (Atua of the seas and oceans) and the prolific sea life found within his realm. Tauranga Moana, is well known to many who visit these shores, for its variety and abundance of Kaimoana (shellfish and fish species).

Aramoana, te ara wai.
He tohu te Aramoana, te ara wai rānei i a Tangaroa (atua o te moana) me te koiora o tōna moana. Rongonui ana a Tauranga Moana ki āna manuhiri i tae mai ki tēnei ākau, i te huhua me te ranea o te kaimoana (mātaitai me ika).

See also: Photo 03-114FormatMixed mediaPhysical Description780mm x 560mm x 25mmCreatorBilling, KaahiHina, LucyMātenga, Wiki

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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. However, copyright applies.CopyrightBilling, Kaahi|Mātenga, Wiki|Hina, LucyAcknowledgementTe Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries Art 21-166

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Part of Artwork SeriesTukutuku Collection

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