THE PRACTICE OF TRADITIONAL MāORI TATTOOING

The Practice of Traditional Māori Tattooing

Matāhita is the deeply respected art form within Māori culture. Practiced for centuries, it encompasses the history, genealogy, and identity of an individual through intricate designs applied to their flesh. Each mōko tells a unique story, passed down through generations. Skilled tohunga, known as tā moko artists, meticulously carve the designs

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