What do the tattoos on New Zealand Maori represent?

Tattoos on Maori represent status, status, power and so on.

Maori society also has a class system, that is, nobles, subalterns, slave soldiers and leaders, who exercise power and are in charge of all tribal affairs.

They can be divided into classes by their clothes and tattoos on their faces. Tattoos on Maori faces and bodies are also status symbols. Usually, the more complex the pattern, the higher the status.

Tattooed face is regarded as a symbol of beauty in Sudan. Tattoos, originally a symbol of tribal distinction, later evolved into a symbol of the difference between sects and families, developed into a symbol of beauty, and are now widely popular. Sudanese men need 1-4 knife marks, and women are even worse. They need tattoos, 5- 10 knife marks, and priests will carve their faces.

It is worth mentioning that Maori attach great importance to hand tattoos. Carpenters and craftsmen usually come from higher classes and are supported by ethnic groups.

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Different from common tattoos, New Zealand Maori's "tattoos" have sacred significance.

Every tattoo pattern is unique, just like a life resume, which records a person's occupation, status in the tribe, family, and even achievements and merits in his life. Just like a personal history printed on the skin, it is a symbol of status and achievements.

Therefore, for Maori, "tattoos" are very important. Anyone who often appears in public places or occupies important positions should have soft curves or whirlpool lines tattooed on his face, legs, back and buttocks.

This traditional tattoo is different from ordinary tattoos-instead of needling, a chisel is used to carve patterns on the skin, which will leave dents and lose the smooth surface. ?

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