Aho Mutunga Kore
- ISBN-10
- 186969161X
- ISBN-13
- 9781869691615
- Category
- Art
- Pages
- 176
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Huia Publishers
- Authors
- Miriama Evans, Ranui Ngarimu
Description
This stunning book presents a photographic survey that traverses the concepts and values of traditional Maori weaving and innovative, contemporary weaving practice. The evocative photos and text reveal the spiritual significance of weaving within Maori culture. A number of the works in the book are featured in the international touring exhibition of Maori weaving, "Toi Maori: The Eternal Thread."
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