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dec 28, 1887 - Hiapo (tapa)

Description:

1850-1900 CE
Tapa 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.

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Date:

dec 28, 1887
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~ 138 years ago

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