Lava & Sisi

human history

Lafi. Lava. Sash. This lafi is part of a dance attire set worn by males performing the tauoluga (type of dance). It is worn across the body and secured at the ends. This lafi is made from gatu (bark cloth) that has been dyed and coloured with kele'uli (clay) and togo (mangrove). The edge has fringing of shredded plain gatu.

Sisi. Skirt. This sisi is part of a dance attire set worn by males performing the tauoluga. It is worn wrapped around the waist. This sisi is made from gatu that has been dyed and coloured with kele'uli and togo. The edging has fringing of shredded plain gatu.

Nama tāpiringa: 1996.201.1 Whakahounga o Mua: 20 Nov 2019
Ingoa Kē

Sash & Skirt (English)

Lafi (ʻUvean)

Accession Number

1996.201.1

Rā Tāpiringa

12 Dec 1996

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

55198 (ethnology)

Wāhanga

Pacific

Uiuitia Tirohanga API
13 Mātātuhi
Lava & Sisi, 1996.201.1, 55198, Cultural Permissions Apply Cultural Permissions Apply
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