Ili

Description:

Ili. Fan. Made by Sofima Niusila Iasona. Ili are made in different shapes and sizes. The materials used to make them, as well as any embellishments, vary from natural to synthetic and/or a combination of the two. Made from launiu (coconut leaf), this ili is woven in a tū (spade) shape, with three points at the top as opposed to one. There are three different weaving techniques and patterns apparent on either side of the ili. The kau (handle) i...

Display date:

Made: Pre 1970; Acquired: Circa 1970

Location:

Tokelau Islands

Collections:

Auckland Museum Collections Online

Contributors:

Sofima Niusila Iasona

Content partner:

Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira

Availability:

Not specified