'ulafala (pandanus key necklace)

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'ulafala (pandanus key necklace)

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In Samoa,'ula (necklaces) are made from a variety of natural products such as fresh leaves, scented flowers, fruit, seeds, shells, and whales' teeth, threaded together in various combinations. They are worn for festive occasions and given as gifts to arriving or departing guests. Common in many Samoan homes, they not only adorn the occupants, but also hang upon pictures, statues, and walls. Special adornment This type of necklace is called an 'ulafala. It is most often worn by Samoan tulafale...

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https://collections.tepapa.govt.nz/object/894979

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Rites & ceremonies / presentations / plant fibre / necklaces / Sāmoa Islands / Wellington / New Zealand / Polynesian / Oceanic / Sāmoan / Sāmoa / Galumalemana Alfred Hunkin

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