Summary
This openwork star design mat has been coiled and is made of dyed pandanus. Openwork patterns are defined by the space between coils and are called baladjdji milengarrhngarr, they often form star or zig zag patterns, such as this.
Local Name
Marebu
Physical Description
Circular mat, coiled, with open work star design of dyed pandanus (grey and orange) with buttonhole hook.
More Information
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Object/Medium
Mat
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Maker
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Cultural Groups
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Locality
Gunbalanya, Western Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia
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Date Produced
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Date Collected
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Fully Extended
890 mm (Length), 870 mm (Width), 15 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands, Australian Indigenous Identity and Contemporary Life