Māori Markings
Subtitle: Ta Moko
By: Crispin Howarth
Contributors: National Gallery of Australia
Publisher: National Gallery of Australia
Published: 2019
Place of publication: Canberra, A.C.T
Language: eng
Number of pages: 102
ISBN-13: 9780642334800
Copyright date: 2019
Subjects: Tattooing; Maori (New Zealand people); Social life and customs; Maori Decoration and ornament
Other titles: Ta Moko; Moko
Description: The Maori art of ta moko, skin marking, has existed for centuries and, although it likely comes from the Polynesian art of tatau, it is a unique cultural expression of identity distinct to Aotearoa New Zealand. The word 'tatau' quickly became the word 'tattoo', when in was introduced to Europe two hundred and fifty years ago. This book explores the connected histories of the colonisation of Aotearoa New Zealand and the tradition of ta moko, the unique Maori art of marking the skin with patterns that project a person's prestige, authority and identity. Captivating photographs, paintings and sculptures trace the history of Ta Moko from the eighteenth century to its contemporary resurgence. Exhibition: National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, Australia (23.03-25.08.2019).
Notes: Published in conjunction with the exhibition held at the National Gallery of Australia, 23 March to 25 August 2019.

Includes bibliographical references.