CreatorDorothy PelzerDescriptionThe Yami , an aboriginal tribe, inhabit Botel Tobago also known as Lanyu or Orchid Island, over 60 kilometres off the southeast coast of Taiwan. They are known for their unique and beautifully decorated hand carved wooden canoes which are joined together by pegs. The intricate geometric designs on their canoes are painted in orange, black and white pigment. The human figure motif represents their ancestor "Magamaog" who taught them boat building and agricultureDate Original1 April 1970CountryTaiwan
