Moko are traditional forms of tattoo applied to the face and body. The Moko would cover the entire face of a man, the patterns communicating information.
Each moko contains ancestral tribal messages specific to the wearer. These messages tell the story of the wearer's family and tribal affiliations, and their place in these social structures. A moko also portrays the wearer’s whakapapa (genealogy), knowledge and social standing.
Cast by Malcolm Hooper
Moko Face - Cast in Alloy Metal
Size Sculpture - 195mm tall x 135mm wide x 20 thick
