Julie Adams , Steven Hooper
A'a: a deity from Polynesia (Objects in Focus)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780714151151
- author:
- Julie Adams , Steven Hooper
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- British Museum Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 14.2 x 1 x 20.8 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Australasia & Pacific, Julie Adams, Steven Hooper,A'a: a deity from Polynesia (Objects in Focus),British Museum Press,0714151157,Fine Arts / Art History,Australia & New Zealand,Australian & Oceanian,Art,Art / Australian
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A'a: A Deity from Polynesia This world-renowned sculpture is a unique figure in Polynesian art. Created sometime before 1821, it depicts an image of a deified ancestor, known as A'a. The statue features thirty dynamic figures on its body and is notable for the excellence of its craftsmanship. Research undertaken ahead of a forthcoming exhibition revealed new insights into A'a's meaning and function. A small red feather was discovered lodged inside the statue, prompting scientific tests that shed light on its cultural significance. This book brings to light the revelations from these tests for the first time. A'a has been a source of fascination since its arrival at the Museum in 1890, with its dramatic backstory as much as its craftsmanship inspiring visitors. Its story is one of intrigue and discovery, making it an intriguing read for anyone interested in Polynesian art and culture.
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