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Descrizione libro Soft cover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Codice articolo 004600
Descrizione libro Paperback. illustrated edition. Te Papa is home to New Zealand’s rich national collections. Here are taonga (treasures) prized by many iwi (tribes), centuries of art from Europe and New Zealand, significant historical items, treasures from the Pacific, and many of the extraordinary animals and plants that make up our natural environment. Almost 400 items from these collections are presented in Icons Ngâ Taonga. From McCahon’s paintings to the Britten motorbike, from a waka taua to the engravings of Banks and Solander, from Phar Lap’s mighty skeleton to a rare embroidered sampler from 1853 - each treasured item has a story to tell. Together, they depict Aotearoa New Zealand and its people. Full of newly discovered taonga and little-known stories, as well as familiar national icons, this is a diverse and thought-provoking collection that celebrates our unique identity. But it is also one that reflects the questioning, change, and conflict that have forged this identity over the centuries. Within the pages of Icons Ngâ Taonga, hundreds of evocative photographs bring Te Papa’s collections to life. Each item is accompanied by informative, readable descriptions. A brief essay introduces each section and provides valuable background information. Sections are written in Mâori and English. This book has something for every New Zealander and every visitor to New Zealand. Artistic, popular, intellectual, and enriching, Icons Ngâ Taonga is a beautiful object, a valuable reference tool, a treasured memento of a unique national institution, and the perfect gift. Above all, Icons Ngâ Taonga tells the powerful story of New Zealand culture through our rare and wonderful national collections. Codice articolo 8634305
Descrizione libro Condizione: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,2200grams, ISBN:9780909010966. Codice articolo 9806891
Descrizione libro Original Wraps. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. White laminated covers decorated with multiple artefacts, the top front corner just slightly bumped. Internally pristine. For sale in UK only. Size: Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. Codice articolo 002409
Descrizione libro Paperback. illustrated edition. Te Papa is home to New Zealand’s rich national collections. Here are taonga (treasures) prized by many iwi (tribes), centuries of art from Europe and New Zealand, significant historical items, treasures from the Pacific, and many of the extraordinary animals and plants that make up our natural environment. Almost 400 items from these collections are presented in Icons Ngâ Taonga. From McCahon’s paintings to the Britten motorbike, from a waka taua to the engravings of Banks and Solander, from Phar Lap’s mighty skeleton to a rare embroidered sampler from 1853 - each treasured item has a story to tell. Together, they depict Aotearoa New Zealand and its people. Full of newly discovered taonga and little-known stories, as well as familiar national icons, this is a diverse and thought-provoking collection that celebrates our unique identity. But it is also one that reflects the questioning, change, and conflict that have forged this identity over the centuries. Within the pages of Icons Ngâ Taonga, hundreds of evocative photographs bring Te Papa’s collections to life. Each item is accompanied by informative, readable descriptions. A brief essay introduces each section and provides valuable background information. Sections are written in Mâori and English. This book has something for every New Zealander and every visitor to New Zealand. Artistic, popular, intellectual, and enriching, Icons Ngâ Taonga is a beautiful object, a valuable reference tool, a treasured memento of a unique national institution, and the perfect gift. Above all, Icons Ngâ Taonga tells the powerful story of New Zealand culture through our rare and wonderful national collections. This is a used book in good condition, meaning that it shows signs of wear but has no major defects.Most of our images are sourced automatically, so the book cover shown might be different to the edition we have in stock. Codice articolo 16683006