dance top

human history

Gatu kolose like this one are worn by young children for special occasions and celebrations. They can be worn as a top for a dance costume or underneath clothing. They are often made and gifted by grandmothers or by great aunts to a granddaughter or special niece. This gatu kolose was made for grand-daughter’s first birthday.

Nama tāpiringa: 2015.50.15 Whakahounga o Mua: 24 Jun 2019
Ingoa Kē

kolose (Tuvaluan)

Gatu Kolose (Tuvaluan)

Accession Number

2015.50.15

Rā Tāpiringa

20 Jul 2015

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

56763.15 (ethnology)

Wāhanga

Pacific

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dance top; gatu kolose; 2015.50.15 Cultural Permissions Apply
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