Indigenous Art Collection

Turtle, Aboriginal Rock Art, Kakadu National Park
Painting of turtle at the aboriginal rock art site at Obirr Rock in Kakadu National Park where the paintings date from 20000 years old to modern, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Northern Territory

Namarrgon, the Lightning Man, one of the supernatural ancestors depicted at the aboriginal rock art site at Nourlangie Rock, Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Northern Territory

Close-up of Maori carving on Ohinemutu marae meeting house, Rotorua, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Masks for sale in the handicrafts market at Okahandja, Namibia

Turtle Island is the name for the lands now known as North and Central America. It is a name used by some Indigenous peoples who believe their land was formed on the back of a turtle

Two young men in a bachelors parlour in Victorian times with trophies hanging on wall; England

Barrginj, wife of Namarrgon the Lightning Man, one of the supernatural ancestors depicted at the aboriginal rock art site at Nourlangie Rock in Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Intricately carved storehouse in replica village at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Whakarewarewa thermal and cultural area, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Traditional Maori wooden sculpture, Gisborne, East Coast, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Close-up of statue in entrance to Maori Meeting House (Whara runanga in Maori language), Waitangi National Reserve, Waitangi, Bay of Islands, Northland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Painting of a kangaroo at Nourlangie Rock, the sacred aboriginal shelter and rock art site in the north east of Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Northern Territory, Australia, Pacific

Painting of dancing figures at Nourlangie Rock, sacred aboriginal shelter and rock art site in the north east of Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Northern Territory, Australia

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"Unveiling the Timeless Beauty: Indigenous Art through Millennia" Step into the ancient world of indigenous art, where stories are etched upon rocks and carvings speak volumes about cultural heritage. At the aboriginal rock art site in Kakadu National Park's Obirr Rock, a mesmerizing painting of a turtle transports us back 20, 000 years to witness the artistic prowess that has endured through time. This UNESCO World Heritage Site in Australia's Northern Territory is a testament to the rich tapestry of indigenous history. Amongst these sacred sites lies Nourlangie Rock, home to Namarrgon - the Lightning Man. His supernatural presence is immortalized in captivating rock art, offering glimpses into ancestral realms and spiritual beliefs cherished by Aboriginal communities for generations. The intricate Maori carving on Ohinemutu marae meeting house beckons us closer with its intricate details, showcasing an artistic tradition deeply rooted in New Zealand's cultural fabric. Venturing further across continents, we encounter Okahandja's handicrafts market in Namibia. Vibrant masks crafted by skilled hands tell tales of tribal customs and traditions passed down from one generation to another. Turtle Island emerges as more than just a geographical term; it symbolizes North and Central America's creation story according to some Indigenous peoples who believe their land was born atop a majestic turtle. Traveling back in time to Victorian England reveals an unexpected connection between indigenous art and European sensibilities. In a bachelors parlour adorned with trophies hanging on walls, two young men appreciate artwork inspired by distant lands—a testament to how diverse cultures intertwine even during colonial times. Returning once again to Kakadu National Park at Nourlangie Rock unveils Barrginj - wife of Namarrgon - standing tall alongside her celestial partner within ancient rock engravings. Their presence reminds us that indigenous art not only captures ancestral spirits but also celebrates the strength and wisdom of Indigenous women.