Tatau
Tatau: The Art of Samoan Tattooing by Mark Adams
Originally published in 2010, Tatau showcases Mark Adams' groundbreaking photographs of the Polynesian tattooing tradition, focusing on the influential Sulu'ape Paulo II, a pivotal figure in modern Samoan tattooing. Captured between 1978 and 2005, these powerful images document the artistry and cultural significance of tatau, its role within Samoan migrant communities, and its impact on New Zealand art.
This revised edition expands upon the original, offering a larger format and scholarly insights into the complex, often controversial, intersection of cultural identity, body art, and cross-cultural exchange. The images, while documentary in nature, challenge the viewer to reflect on the deeper questions surrounding tattooing, its history, and its place in contemporary society. Tatau is a significant work that continues to provoke thought and admiration.
ISBN: 9781991150981
Format: cloth bound hardcover, 306 pages
Dimensions: 299x299x30mm
Weight: 2.5 kg
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