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`aumakua hulu manu (Feather Image), 1700s |
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Te Papa
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| Description | This example of a an 'aumakua hulu manu (feather image) is considered to represent the eighteenth-century Hawaiian war god, Kuka'ilimoko. A wickerwork frame is covered with fine netting to which the feathers are attached. The eyes are cut pieces of pearl shell, set in place with wooden pegs and the mouth is furnished with a large number of dog teeth. The majority of feathered images have a crest on the top and back of the head, similar to the crest seen on many of the helmets. Made from feathers, animal teeth, pearlshell and plant fibres. Gift of Lord St Oswald, 1912. |
| Created by | Te Papa |
| Region | Not Selected |
| Licensed for ? | Map, Wall, |
| Postcard | No |
| Tags | fearsome head feather vine orange Hawaii war god god shell teeth 1700s |
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