Tukaokao, Tuti, 1929-2001, (Person)

SummaryNgati Ranginui and Te Arawa, Ngai Tamarawaho and Ngati Hangarau. Also known as Tony Tukaokao. Master Carver. Appointed as the foundation carvers for the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute in Rotorua in 1966. Carved at least 26 meeting houses, four waka taua and many other commissioned carvings for civic and educational facilities.

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AcknowledgementTe Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries

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First Name(s)Tuti SurnameTukaokaoDate of Birth29 September 1929Place of BirthJudea, TaurangaDate of Death6 June 2001OccupationMaster Carver

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AuthorTauranga City Libraries Staff - Harley CouperType of ContributionLibrary authorityTaxonomyStories | People

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Tukaokao, Tuti, 1929-2001, (Person)