Rongokea

Traditional Cook Islands Quilting

Cover Art for 9780824825027, Rongokea by Lynnsay Rongokea
ISBN: 9780824825027
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Published: 31 October, 2001
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Links Australian Libraries (Trove)

The art of tivaevae making is unique to the Cook Islands. Since quilt making was introduced by Christian missionaries more than a century ago, the women of these South Pacific islands have embraced it enthusiastically and with extraordinary skill, so that it has become a valued and integral part of local life and culture. The Art of Tivaevae tells the stories behind these stunningly beautiful quilts. Twenty-three women, each represented by a black-and-white portrait, talk about their work - the ideas behind the designs, the cutting and sewing techniques, how they acquired and pass on their skills, and the future of tivaevae. Forty-five tivaevae are shown in full and in close detail in photographs that highlight the striking originality of design and colour combinations, and the intricate stitching. This beautiful book provides a memorable record of a unique art and a talented group of women. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: LYNNSAY RONGOKEA, a New Zealand-born Cook Islander, is of Ngati Maoate and Ngati Te Akareva descent. She is known in the Pacific region for her work with Pacific arts and music festivals, and as a human rights educator.She was the Cook Islands 'Woman of the Year' in 2000 in the category of International Affairs. Lynnsay lives on Rarotonga. ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER: JOHN DALEY has been a professional photographer for the past 40 years. Based in Auckland, he specialises in photographing people for advertising and corporate design clients, and his work has illustrat

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