Maori Carving Illustrated Book
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BK020
This fascinating book Maori Carving Illustrated by W.J. Phillipps is an information source on the development and features of Maori wood carving. It has been reprinted 12 times since its publication in 1955.
The author discusses topics including:
The author discusses topics including:
- the influence of tapu
- basic shapes and patterns
- carving on weapons and tools
- carved houses and canoes
- tribal carving
This is a great book for the collector of New Zealand Maori carvings. The text is complemented with drawings and black-and-white photos.
Published by Reed Books, 2002. 55 pp.
Published by Reed Books, 2002. 55 pp.
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