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Damper Seed Dreaming by Juliette Nakamarra Morris
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Aboriginal Painting by Juliette Nakamarra Morris
About the artist:
Region: Yuendumu
Language Group: Warlpiri
About the painting:
Title : Damper Seed Dreaming
Canvas Size: 78cm x 63cm (approx)
Painting Size : 68cm x 53cm
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
The painting depicts seeds known as Damper seeds which are small size seeds that originate from Bush Damper Plant. The painting represents aboriginal women collecting these damper seeds. These seeds are then crushed to make flour. This flour is then used to make Damper which is also known as traditional Australian bread. Damper seeds were a nutritious source of food for Aboriginal people and it could only be harvested for a little time every year.