A "Vaka Missionary" in Viti levu

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Title

A "Vaka Missionary" in Viti levu

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Collection

TAPUHI

Description

Fijians and some Europeans gathered in an open space in Korovatu village. Near the front of the image stand a line of men in traditional dress shouldering clubs, preparing to meke (dance). Most of the other people are sitting. Centre left background stands a Fijian building, and the whole space is surrounded by vegetation. According to Gerrard Ansdell's own account, a "Vaka Missionary" is a gathering rather like a Maori hui, with the purpose of raising contributions for the support of th...

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Format

Image

Date created

1881

Creator

Ansdell, Gerrard, 1853-1936

URL

http://natlib.govt.nz/records/23069137

Locations

Korovatu / Viti Levu

Related subjects

Gathering rites / Fiji / Men, Fijian / Clothing and dress / Villages / Buildings / Korovatu / Viti Levu

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