Maori carving; Otorohanga, New Zealand
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member TumbleWeed
S 38° 11.167 E 175° 12.681
60H E 343352 N 5772022
These two poles show representations of important historical Maori people.
Waymark Code: WM13P2
Location: North Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 01/05/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member J.A.R.S.
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These two poles show several different improtant historical figures of the Maori culture.

It is located on the main road and directly in front of the town library.

Please read the pictures of the plaques for details of each person depicted.
Type of wood carving: Other

Other type:
This was hand harved.

Artist's Name: Carved by six artists; Mitchell Hughes, Martin Tuaupiki, Tahi Meihana, Korari Boyd, Desmond Te Kanawa, & Albert Tipene. (see visit photos)

Approximate size/height: Approximately 12 Feet

Type of wood: Not listed
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