On either side of this ipu, or vessel, you’ll find representations of two female deities. Alternatively, she can be seen as two aspects of the same individual. She is Hine Titama, the Dawn Maiden and first child of Tāne and Hineahuone. After learning of her father Tāne’s actions, she transformed into Hine-nui-te-pō, the Goddess of Death. The vessel’s exterior symbolizes the reflection of light, while its interior signifies the domain of darkness
Hine Tītama, Hine nui te pō – Ceramic Pot
$575.00
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Description
Title: Hine Tītama, Hine nui te pō
Artist: Rhonda Halliday – Toi Iho Artist
Iwi: Ngāpuhi nui tonu
Description: Ceramic Pot
On either side of this ipu, or vessel, you’ll find representations of two female deities. Alternatively, she can be seen as two aspects of the same individual. She is Hine Titama, the Dawn Maiden and first child of Tāne and Hineahuone. After learning of her father Tāne’s actions, she transformed into Hine-nui-te-pō, the Goddess of Death. The vessel’s exterior symbolizes the reflection of light, while its interior signifies the domain of darkness
Materials: Uku, earth pigments, bisque, smoke-fired
Dimensions: 180 X 120 X 110 mm
Brand
Rhonda Halliday
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