Tane-nui-a-Rangi : opened 20 February 1988 /
University of Auckland.
- 32 pages, 4 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some colour) ; 25 cm
In English with Maori.
Includes bibliographical references (page 32).
The symbolism of the meeting house -- The plan (Kaupapa) -- Te tahuhu (ridgepole) -- Te Poutuarongo -- The poutokomanawa -- The pou te wharaua -- Epa ;Koruru -- Maihi -- Amo -- Paepae -- Pare -- Whakawae -- Matapihi-- Korupe-- The Poupou-- Whakairo -- Tukutuku Stitching-- Patterns and designs-- Kiekie (Freycinetia banksii)-- Tukutuku on the right wall-- Tukutuku on the left wall -- Kowhaiwhai (rafter paintings) -- Decorative planning of Tane-nui-a-Rangi House.
Describes the Maori Tane-nui-a-Rangi meeting house at the University of Auckland. The symbolism and meanings of the elements used in the architecture, carvings, and other adormnets are explained and discussed.
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Tane-nui-a-Rangi (Meeting house)
Art, Māori Wood-carving, Māori Marae. Architecture, Māori Marae--New Zealand Decoration and ornament, Māori Mahi toi Tā Hoahoanga whare Whakairo Marae. Pūrākau. Tūpuna Whakapapa Whare whakairo Tukutuku