For generations, the Māori — the indigenous people of New Zealand — have adorned their bodies and faces with elaborate markings called tā moko. Traditionally, these markings speak to the ancestry, identity, and social standing of the Māori who bear them. Visit the link in our bio for more beautiful portraits from the 19th century that display the art of tā moko. _ 📷: Alinari Archives/Alinari via Getty Images | #maori #maoritattoo #tamoko