Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods (hierarchy name)
4. [styles, periods, and cultures by region]
5. Oceanic
6. Polynesian

Anotations

Scope note:

Describes the style and culture of the Marquesan people of Marquesas Islands. The Marquesan people are known to highly specialize in particular art works or techniques, such as carving statues; clubs and fan handles; building houses and canoes; tattoo design; and making ornaments. The Marquesan people produced such highly exceptional tattoo design that it became common for men to tattoo their entire bodies.