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Annamurra (My Country) by Colleen Wallace Nungari
“The painting represents the Yam plant (connecting loops). Annamurra is referred to as Yam country, by the artist.
It is also a significant Aboriginal food source (bush tucker) gathered by the Aboriginal women living in surrounding areas of Utopia, Aboriginal Art Regions of Central Australia.
The women pay homage to the Yam plant in their Awelye ceremonies.”
Source:
aboriginalartstore.com.au
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Dreamtime Sisters by Colleen Wallace Nungari
The painting depicts the Dreamtime Sisters dancing. The Eastern Arrernte ancestor spirit figures are known as Irrernte-arenye. It is their role to look after the Eastern Arrernte country and guide their families.
