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This Siapo is from their website. 1838-1842 Mamanu. This piece was collected in 1839 on the United States Exploring Expedition visit their site to view more of the collections.
23 June 2010
Siapo
"Siapo, also known as tapa, is one of the oldest Samoan cultural art forms. For centuries Siapo has been passed from generation to generation. Even so, it has fast become a nearly extinct art form. Siapo is not only a decorative art, it is a symbol of Samoan culture." siapo.com
Click here to visit the site
This Siapo is from their website. 1838-1842 Mamanu. This piece was collected in 1839 on the United States Exploring Expedition visit their site to view more of the collections.
Click here to visit the site
This Siapo is from their website. 1838-1842 Mamanu. This piece was collected in 1839 on the United States Exploring Expedition visit their site to view more of the collections.
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Hi.. would you have any information on this siapo? A date or name of the owner for citation purposes?
ReplyDeleteHi Frances, I apologize for not posting the date and citation. This Siapo is from their website. 1838-1842 Mamanu. This piece was collected in 1839 on the United States Exploring Expedition visit their site to view more of the collections.
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