Rovati II
by Maria Rova
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Price
$350
Dimensions
116.000 x 48.000 cm.
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Title
Rovati II
Artist
Maria Rova
Medium
Painting - Acrylics On Traditional Fijian Barkcloth
Description
This painting celebrates an ancient Fijian welcome tradition. Warriors returning from battle by canoe would be greeted on the shore by the young women from their village. The maidens, with finely braided locks as a proud mark of virginity, would be bearing gifts, including swathes of barkcloth and treasured whales teeth. A variation of this custom is still used today, to celebrate the arrival of a new plane, boat, or other significant acquisition. In modern times, the young women often carry bales of brightly coloured cloth, looped between them in a colourful and jolly procession.
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January 25th, 2011
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Comments (7)
Angela L Walker
Maria, I love your work. This piece really resonates with me... they appear to being dancing and I like the energy the piece exudes.
DJ Florek
Marvelous, Colorful and exciting yet gracious and flowing with tranquil splendor. Exceptional work :)
Carol Allen Anfinsen
Your artwork is fun and exciting. Love the earthy colors and images. Wonderful piece!
Maria Rova replied:
Thanks for being the first person to comment on artwork on my new profile page! Much appreciate the positive feedback...
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