Model vaka (outigger canoe)

Description:
Model vaka (outigger canoe), Tokelau Islands, maker unknown. Gift of Ms. Barbara Williams, 1986. © The copyright holder. We are actively seeking the copyright holder. Contact copyright@tepapa.govt.nz if you can help. Te Papa (FE008192). This a model of a vaka (outrigger canoe) from Tokelau. Tokelauan people use vaka for transport around the atolls or to travel to fishing spots within and beyond the reef. They are usually propelled using paddles or sails. An ama (outrigger float) helps keep the vessel stable in the sea. Some... Overall: 260mm (width), 120mm (height), 820mm (length)
Display date:
17 Feb 2015
Location:
Tokelau Islands
Format:
PhysicalObject
Collections:
Te Papa Collections Online
Content partner:
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Availability:
Not specified
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