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Toi Tu Toi Ora – Nigel Borell

Toi Tu Toi Ora tells the story of contemporary Maori art from the 1950s to the present day, featuring over 200 works by 110 Maori artists. Based on the groundbreaking 2020–21 exhibition at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki and curated by Nigel Borell, this book explores the creativity, diversity, and cultural significance of Maori art in Aotearoa.

Spanning carving, painting, video art, jewellery, body adornment, and weaving, Toi Tu Toi Ora illustrates how Maori artists draw on centuries of indigenous knowledge and skill, reflecting a Maori worldview, connections to whakapapa, whenua, and the spiritual realm. Every artwork is presented in full colour, accompanied by bilingual captions in English and te reo Maori, with detailed biographies of each artist. A foreword by Moana Jackson and an introduction by the author contextualise contemporary Maori art within a kaupapa Maori framework.

Key Features:

Comprehensive survey of contemporary Maori art from the 1950s to today

Over 200 full-colour images showcasing works by 110 Maori artists

Covers diverse art forms including carving, painting, video, jewellery, weaving, and body adornment

Bilingual captions and expert commentary provide cultural and historical context

Foreword by Moana Jackson and detailed chronology and biographies enhance understanding

Essential resource for students, artists, educators, and anyone interested in Maori art and culture

Author: Nigel Borell
Format: Hard Cover
ISBN: 9781877505717
Ideal For: Adults, students, artists, collectors, and readers interested in contemporary Maori art and culture

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