Māori carvings in wood, bone, or stone have unique designs and special meanings. Find out more about this traditional art form.

Māori carving developed its own unique style, including the curved patterns and spirals inspired by New Zealand plants such as ferns. Elaborately carved pātaka (food storehouses) and waka …

Maori carvings aren’t religious but secular. They represent the legends & ancestors of the tribe. Here are some of the famous Maori carvings and artifacts.

Toi whakairo (art carving) or just whakairo (carving) is a Māori traditional art of carving in wood, stone or bone. [1] Timber was formed into houses, fencepoles, pouwhenua, containers, taiaha, …

Maori carvings are not limited to stationary objects but also adorn their traditional canoes, known as waka taua. These war canoes are intricately decorated with elaborate carvings that depict …

Nov 14, 2023 · Indigenous Maori carving, known as whakairo, holds a significant place in Maori culture. It is a form of artistic expression that has been passed down through generations, …

Most carvings combine elements from several areas of mythology which interact with each other to tell a story. Each element has its own specific meaning and the way they are portrayed or …

Oct 1, 2002 · The art of wood carving was brought to New Zealand by the ancestors of the present-day Maori, who likely settled the islands around 1100 A.D. Examples of ancient Maori …

Sep 11, 2024 · Discover the rich heritage of traditional Maori wood carving, showcasing intricate designs and cultural significance that reflect New Zealand's artistic legacy.

Whakairo – Māori carving by Brett Graham. The earliest examples of Māori carving share common characteristics with Polynesian carving of the same period. However, over time Māori …