Wanjibung Edwards, Shark Tooth Knife

Wanjibung Edwards, Shark Tooth KnifeWanjibung Edwards, (Shark Tooth Knife I, II, III, IV, V, VI) Yok ngulthm Ironwood, Ko kanthrr, small teeth shark,Resin Cabbage palm string 19. 5 x 4. 5 x 0. 8cm The sacred shark tooth knife stands as a revered cultural object, a symbol of deep ancestral wisdom and responsibility. Crafted with meticulous care, its form embodies both function and tradition, reflecting the craftsmanship passed down through countless generations. The handle, shaped from

Locals contributed 117 stories that describe everything from Dreamtime

Also different shapes were used to collect seeds/ seasonal plants and it had a variety of other uses

is designed not just for cutting

but they said they were still going over “We can’t listen to you old fulla” So they went across

This artwork is about my memories from this time

Each piece in the Yumala Jewellery collection is meticulously designed by Shirley using air-dried clay and hand-painted with acrylics

Pormpuraaw is blessed with many strong cultural people

Kassandra Savage (Plains Turkeys on Country)

protecting it with care

carries strict obligations

signalling the start of shark season and our preparations for hunting them

you will find deep crevasses which looks like a jigsaw pattern as indicated in this piece