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Yalangbara; art of the Djang'kawuby Ed. by Margie West
Book desription: Charles Darwin U. Press, 2008. Paperback. New Book. Paperback. The essays and catalogue entries in this beautifully produced catalogue offer much information on the people and culture of the Yolngu people, who reside in the Yalangbara district in the northeast of Australia. The works of art--which are created in paint, bark, textiles, and carved wood--are described in lengthy entries which relate their often complex symbolism, incorporating references and stories connecting to the artists' heritage, home, personal history, religion, and the shared events of their people. Filled with color plates of superb quality, the volume is published in an oversized format (8.75x11"). (© Book News, Inc., Portland, OR)
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