The ‘Food Basket of Rakaihautu’ from Horomaka, 31 March 1991

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CreatorAdams, Mark NameThe ‘Food Basket of Rakaihautu’ from Horomaka, 31 March 1991Date Made1991Medium DescriptionSilver bromide photographic printObject NumberLU327Dimensions510 x 600mm (each print)Further informationThis view is taken from above Kaituna Valley, near Little River, looking down toward Te Waihora. The stark tree stumps provide a haunting reminder of the tōtara forest that was burnt off to make way for pasture. Banks Peninsula, known as Te Pataka o Te Rākaihautū, translates as the food basket of the legendary ancestor Rāikaihautū. The Peninsula provided a rich and varied source of food for its residents. Prior to the destruction of much of the region’s forests there was an abundance of bird life; kai moana and tuna were also an important food source.Artwork CopyrightAll rights reservedKeywordsLand | whenuaTrees | Te Wao nui a TāneMonochromeSouth Island | Te Waipounamu

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