The Arrival of the Maoris in New Zealand (1898)
2001
The Arrival of the Maoris in New Zealand
publication
Author Information
Author(s): Louis J. Steele, Charles F. Goldie, Roger Blackley
Primary Institution: Victoria University of Wellington
Conclusion
The painting 'The Arrival of the Maoris' has been both celebrated and criticized, particularly by Maori communities who feel it misrepresents their history.
Supporting Evidence
- Critics praised the painting for its emotional depiction of the Maoris' arrival.
- Maori viewers have expressed indignation at the painting's representation of their history.
- Recent scholarship links the painting to 19th-century shipwreck imagery and colonial narratives.
Takeaway
A painting about the Maoris arriving in New Zealand has been popular, but many Maori people don't like it because they think it tells the story wrong.
Potential Biases
The painting reflects colonial perspectives that diminish Maori history and culture.
Limitations
The painting has historical inaccuracies and does not align with traditional Maori records.
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