Wanjibung Edwards, Kaláw / Firestick I

Wanjibung Edwards, Kaláw / Firestick IWanjibung Edwards, (Kalw Firestick I) Thlbvthalp, gidee gidee, Cooktown orchid, raffia, from cabbage palm frond, thalt palm leaf, rralmp, Native black ngolthr, bamboo Ma rrambliny, sugarbag Height: 87cm Head: 10 x 7cm The firestick, known as the Kalaw, is a sacred cultural object created by the men of the Kokoberrin clan. Traditionally crafted from native hibiscus wood, when prepared with skill and respect, it served as a reliable fire starter for

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That's why one of them always shines in the evening - Kirrbulen

we often spot plenty of stingrays

our reply would be yes Guuju-Nagy Warrgi-gu

and layered finishes that echo the landscapes

sometimes catching fish

I watch them go along the swamp

The image is of a Milbirr (woomera) and to know how to use a Milbirr is very difficult only the Male Minya can master this hunting tool with the Galga (spear)

This artwork represents my three children and the special celebrations of their lives

Lisa belongs to the White Dingo clan of the Kokoberrin language group

I clean them up and use them as moulds for my clay work

Barramundi is good fishing