*Vintage Authentic Tonga Island Tongan Ngatu Tapa Bark Cloth Large (7'Ft4”x 6Ft3”).Condition is Used. It has a few flaws around the edges because of the age nothing major, it was kept in good condition. It will needs some ironing to make it straight if you purchase it.
*This authentic Vintage Ceremonial Tongan Tapa Bark Cloth ("Ngatu") is more than just a painted bark cloth sheet, it is a brilliantwork of original islandart.Through many hours (approximately 500) oflabor intensivework, thisextraordinary bark cloth was produced.
*Many of the motifs repeated across this ngatu can be found on the Royal Standard of Tonga which is also imprinted in the Sila ‘o Tonga (Tongan Coat of Arms). Each quarter of the royal standard is represented in this ngatu; a cluster of three figurative stars make reference to the three main groups of islands in the Kingdom: Tongatapu, Ha’apai and Vava’u. These stars are grouped with a dove figure which represents peace, unity and Christianity. Another motif used in this ngatu is the crown which references the Kingdom of Tonga. The crown features a garland – a symbol of the judicial authority of the chief in the time before the kingdom. The garland also represents the royal dependence of God’s grace.The bark cloth is marked with text that reads "Koe Kalauni," or "The Crown" which is a direct reference to the Tongan monarchy.
*The designis hand painted with locally-sourced organic naturalpigments. Thisexceptional museum worthy piece is an important cultural treasure that displays wonderfully anywhere and would be a fine addition to your island paradisecollection.The bark cloth is in excellent condition for its age (see photos) .
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