Kleding van de inwoners van Houa-Houa (Nieuw-Zeeland) 1830 - 1835

This 1830-1835 lithograph by Victor Adam depicts a Māori couple, likely from the region of Houa-Houa, New Zealand. The man stands with a spear, adorned with a cloak, and traditional Māori clothing. The woman wears a simple white dress with a patterned trim, both standing on a sandy beach. Adam's work, with its vibrant colors and detailed portrayal of traditional attire, provides a glimpse into Māori fashion during the 19th century, a valuable resource for understanding their culture and history. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of 19th-century ethnographic art.