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Te Uenuku, or simply Uenuku, is an early Māori carving housed at Te Awamutu Museum in the North Island of New Zealand. Te Uenuku (literally "The Rainbow") represents Uenuku, a tribal atua of war who manifests as a rainbow. The taonga is of extreme significance both to the local Tainui people and also for its archaeological value.

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  • Te Uenuku, or simply Uenuku, is an early Māori carving housed at Te Awamutu Museum in the North Island of New Zealand. Te Uenuku (literally "The Rainbow") represents Uenuku, a tribal atua of war who manifests as a rainbow. The taonga is of extreme significance both to the local Tainui people and also for its archaeological value. (en)
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  • Te Uenuku, or simply Uenuku, is an early Māori carving housed at Te Awamutu Museum in the North Island of New Zealand. Te Uenuku (literally "The Rainbow") represents Uenuku, a tribal atua of war who manifests as a rainbow. The taonga is of extreme significance both to the local Tainui people and also for its archaeological value. It is 2.7 metres in height and consists of a simple upright post, the top of which has been carved into a spiral form. From the top of this spiral emerge four waving verticals, reminiscent of the teeth of a comb. The form, though seemingly simple, often causes a powerful reaction in viewers of the artifact. In appearance the carving is very striking and different from the style of carving seen in the later Classic period. Because of the carving's spiritual and cultural significance, photographs are prohibited without the permission of the Māori sovereign. One must seek further written permission to publish the photos anywhere, which is more likely to be granted if the sovereign deems it to be for the nation's interest. Similarly, while the form of Te Uenuku is a popular motif for New Zealand artists, they must still exercise care in its use because of its sacred significance. It is used in stylised form as the logo of the Māori Broadcasting Agency Te Māngai Pāho. (en)
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