by Bob Maysmor
Kites are a feature of traditional Māori culture – they were flown for fun, and were also used for divination. Few original kites survive, but a renaissance in the 20th century revived kite-making techniques. Kites of Asian and European origin are also popular, and Kiwi designs are among the most innovative in the world.
Main image: Sketches of Māori kites, 1800s
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