Ethnology of Tongareva

Plate 6.—Features of Maraes

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Plate 6.—Features of Maraes.

A, Pillars of marae on Vaiari; B, left side line of Te Reinga marae, cleared on inner side to show curbing and coral gravel; C, recess with lower row of upright slabs and horizontal layers, Te Papa-o-Sokoau marae; D, grave of limestone slabs near Rakahanga marae, low head pillar.

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Title: Ethnology of Tongareva

Author: Te Rangi Hiroa (Sir Peter Henry Buck)

Publication details: Bernice P. Bishop Museum

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