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Maori Weaving: The Art of Creating Maori Textiles

Maori Weaving: The Art of Creating Maori Textiles

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9781775501923
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Released:
Jun-15
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Since their ancestors arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand and discovered the useful properties of harakeke (New Zealand flax), Maori have used flax leaves to create baskets, mats, housing materials, clothing and cords, ropes and fishing nets. In weaving and the patterns used, Maori record their histories and stories, passing on their culture, genealogy, values and beliefs, weaving together people and communities

 
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