[Hongi: nose pressing], 1884 - 1885
Scope and Contents
97 x 140 mm. A studio photograph showing two Maori women dressed in korowai performing the Maori greeting of Hongi, pressing noses together. The greeting is performed by lightly pressing noses together, first on one side, then on the other, and not by rubbing.
Dates
- Creation: 1884 - 1885
Creator
- From the Fonds: Burton Brothers (fl. 1868-1898) (photographers) (Organization)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
fair condition
Originator(s)
Pulman Studio
Finding aid date
2017-11-14 12:40:51+00:00
Geographic
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