Clamshell, painted 'Matua'

human history

The clamshell is a folk art artefact that depicts the MV Matua sailing in Samoa. The British colonial era Samoan flag on the right side of the shell reflects the mid century period in which the painting was done.

Nama tāpiringa: 2018.83.1 Whakahounga o Mua: 30 Sept 2025
Wāhi
Samoa/Pacific
Accession Number

2018.83.1

Rā Tāpiringa

13 Dec 2018

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

2000.4537.69 (accession number)

Wāhanga

Pacific

Uiuitia Tirohanga API
7 Mātātuhi
Clamshell, painted 'Matua', 2018.83.1, 2000.4537.69, Photographed 15 Jan 2020, © Auckland Museum CC BY
Clamshell, painted 'Matua', 2018.83.1, 2000.4537.69, Photographed 15 Jan 2020, © Auckland Museum CC BY © Auckland Museum CC BY 4.0
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