Story: Fijians
When a photographic exhibition entitled ‘Heart of Fiji’ was held in 1993 at Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum, this kava ceremony was part of the opening celebrations. The ritual drinking of kava often takes place on significant occasions, and is accompanied by hand-clapping and traditional chants.
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National Library of New Zealand
Reference: Kava Ceremony at the exhibition opening of 'Heart of Fiji: Photographs by Arthur Hocart 1909–1914', 20 March 1993.
Photograph by Lorraine Tarrant
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