In the early days of settlement, importing livestock to New Zealand was difficult, costly, and vital for survival. These animals were central to both the household and the wider economy, the first mammals many settlers had known. Once familiar companions whose individuality was recognised and respected, they are now often thought of as mere commodities.
The portrait-style images in this collection reflect the importance they once held, a quiet homage to their place in our history and daily lives.
The portrait-style images in this collection reflect the importance they once held, a quiet homage to their place in our history and daily lives.
CHAROLAIS X HEREFORD COW
SOUTH SUFFOLK EWE
LARGE WHITE PIG
TEXEL EWE
TOGGENBURG GOAT
ANGLO-NUBIAN GOAT
HEREFORD CROSS COW
ALPINE GOAT
ARAWAPAWA
