Aotearoa’s national museum and art gallery displays iconic treasures and taonga, from the giant squid and Phar Lap to the immersive Gallipoli exhibitions created by Weta Workshop.
But when it comes to art, much of our national collection remains out of sight.
The Listener's Paul Little has spoken to critics, artists and gallerists who argue that a significant part of our visual story remains unseen and untold. Paul tells Emile why it's such a missed opportunity.
Photo: RNZ / Ana Tovey