WILLIAM SAVAGE | ‘Kulap (Gorr) shaker’ | Small | Yellow / blackThese Kulaps are woven from rope and made with seeds from Matchbox Bean (Burny Bean) tree. Traditionally the dry seeds are cut in half, then strung on to vines to make a traditional musical instrument . Kulaps are used as a musical instrument (rattle or shaker) in the Torres Strait during traditional ceremonies and dancing, also complementing singing, drumming and chanting. WILLIAM SAVAGE Kulap (Gorr) shaker Small Yellow black

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these earrings are substantial statement pieces—wearable

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The yam is hairy and makes good eating

This is a very profound statement as it is a demarcation between their past history and modern history

Nancy’s ceramic work was also part of the artwork installation 'Bagu with Jiman'

This shows I am a traditional owner of Pormpuraaw

Claudine Marzik migrated to Cairns in 1988 and as a real Swiss turning a true blue she has stayed in the Far North

( barking) Aurukun etching 2014

The turtles within the helmet indicate that it is during Sageraw Thonar

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Origin: Mornington Island