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Makéddja (Turtle) Makéddja means turtle in the Ndjébbana language of the Kunibidji people of Maningrida.
Makéddja (Turtle) Makéddja means turtle in the Ndjébbana language of the Kunibidji people of Maningrida.
Bathi (Pandanus Basket) Bathi are woven from the split leaves of the Screw Palm (Pandanus Spiralis). Coil weaving was introduced to Arnhem Land in the 1930s. It was adapted from techniques used by Indigenous women throughout South East Australia.
Mimih Dancing This fabric was created using the linocut printing technique. The lino tile has been carved by the artist in Maningrida, and has been printed by hand using a variety of colours and layers. The linocut technique ensures each textile piece is a one-off, limited edition piece. Bábbarra Women’s Read more…
Bush Flowers Printed by her granddaughter, Lucielle Ikara.