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Woven Mat

Traditionally, Nganiyal (conical mats) were used as an insect screen when erected, and as a sitting mat when folded. They are used in Ceremony as well as a functional item. 

Nowadays, artists weave many different shapes including flat, round and oblong. 

Categories: Bula'bula Arts

Name: Melinda Gedjen


Language: Liyagalawumirr


Community: Ramingining


Biography:

Melinda is the daughter of Joy Gadawarr and the sister of Cecily Mopbarrrmbirr, Her mother Joy taught her weaving.

Her totem is Wagilag story- the two sister came from the west, up to the top and then to the east.

 


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