Native Feast / Throwing the Spear - Maori, New Zealand
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Native Feast / Throwing the Spear - Maori, New Zealand
A Native Feast at Mata-Ta, with Mount Edgecumbe in the distance (above) and Throwing the Spear, the Mode of Salutation (below) - Maori, New Zealand. Plate from The New Zealanders illustrated by George French Angas (1822-1886). Date: 1847
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1847 Angas Anthropological Anthropology Custom Ethnographic Ethnography Feast Greeting Maori Maoris Mata Mode Mount Protocol Salutation Spear Throw Throwing Tradition Traditions Tribal Tribes Visiting Visitor Visitors Waikato Zealand Zealander Edgecumbe Racial
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This photographic plate, titled "A Native Feast at Mata-Ta, with Mount Edgecumbe in the Distance (above) and Throwing the Spear, the Mode of Salutation (below) - Maori, New Zealand," is an ethnographic record of the Maori people and their traditions captured by renowned English artist and explorer, George French Angas, in 1847. The image provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Waikato tribes of New Zealand. The upper portion of the plate depicts a Native Feast, where Maori people are seen gathered around a large communal table, partaking in a traditional meal. The food, which includes fish, pork, and vegetables, is prepared and served in a communal manner, reflecting the strong sense of community and sharing that is central to Maori culture. In the background, the majestic Mount Edgecumbe stands tall, symbolizing the connection between the people and their land. The lower portion of the plate showcases the Maori custom of "Throwing the Spear," which served as a mode of greeting and respect. The visitors, depicted in the image, are seen extending their arms and throwing their spears towards the ground as a sign of respect and peaceful intentions. This custom was an essential part of Maori protocol during visits between tribes or when welcoming outsiders. Angas' meticulous documentation of the Maori people and their traditions during his travels in New Zealand in the mid-19th century has provided invaluable insights into the lives of these indigenous peoples and their rich cultural heritage. This photographic plate is an essential addition to any collection of anthropological or ethnographic records and serves as a testament to the enduring significance of Maori traditions.
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