Summary
This is a vibrant red ochre known as miko and used in central Arnhem Land. Red ochre is also sometimes made by heating yellow clay form a swamp with charcoal.
Local Name
miku
Physical Description
A sample of red ochre in a glass jar with lid. A paper label with writing is adhered to the glass.
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Mineral sample
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Object Measurements
110 mm (Length), 110 mm (Width), 110 mm (Height)
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Acquisition Information
Long-term Loan from The University of Melbourne, 28 Mar 1973
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Acknowledgement
The Donald Thomson Collection. On loan to Museum Victoria from The University of Melbourne.