Kahoa hihi vao

human history

Kahoa hihi vao. A long neck ornament of yellow hihi (land snail shells) pierced and strung onto light coloured thread. Kahoa hihi vao may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.

Whakahounga o Mua: 31 Jul 2019
Ingoa Kē

Shell necklace (English)

Wāhi
Niue
Rā Tāpiringa

Unknown

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

37950 (ethnology)

Wāhanga

Pacific

Uiuitia
6 Mātātuhi
ornament, neck, 37950, Photographed by Daan Hoffmann, digital, 23 Jan 2019, Cultural Permissions Apply Cultural Permissions Apply
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