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🖼ap art history review

Hiapo (Tapa) in AP Art History

Written by the Fiveable Content Team
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team

Definition

Hiapo refers to traditional Polynesian bark cloth made from beaten mulberry tree bark. It is decorated using geometric patterns and natural dyes, serving both practical and cultural purposes within Pacific Island communities.

AP course connection

Topic 9.4: 9.4 Unit 9 Required Works

Unit 9

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