dec 28, 1887 - Hiapo (tapa)
Description:
1850-1900 CETapa or bark cloth, freehand painting
Niue
Process and designing - geometric motifs
And abstract patterns
Designs: Niueans were first to incorporate human figures into bark cloth.. Stopped production in late 19th century but continues to inspire contemporary artists.
Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 28, 1887
Now
~ 136 years ago
