This exquisite Welcome Whaariki or mat demonstrates the expertise of weaver Riria Smith.

Maker

Riria Smith

Iwi

Te Aupōuri, Te Rarawa

Materials

Red, black dyed and natural harakeke

Te Kāhui Whiritoi

About the artist

Riria Smith

Te Aupōuri, Te Rarawa

Riria Smith (1935 – 2012) joined the Kāhui Whiritoi in 2006.

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