About the artist
Riria Smith
Te Aupōuri, Te Rarawa
Riria Smith b.1935 - d.2012, joined the Kāhui Whiritoi in 2006.
Concertina and kete
Taonga created by weavers of Te Kāhui Whiritoi
This four-panel framed concertina celebrates weaving materials Harakeke, Kuta, Kiekie and Piingao. The kete is made of Harakeke with muka handles.
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Drawing inspiration from our relationship with air, earth, fire, water and spirit, this large-scale exhibition celebrates the legacy of weaving through traditional and contemporary handcrafted works.