Aboriginal Art in the Northern Territory

The Top End of Australias Northern Territory is home to a wealth of Aboriginal art that reflects the spirit of the people and the intense connection they have with the land. From ancient dot paintings derived from drawings in the desert sand through to more contemporary bark paintings, each piece offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Aboriginal people and the Dreamtime stories of the worlds oldest living culture thought to be more than 50,000 years old. Aboriginal artwork was traditionally used as a teaching tool to pass on knowledge regarding ownership, responsibilities, beliefs and practices. It revealed a range of ancestral stories that had been passed down through generations, explaining connections with the land, tribal customs and traditional law. Today Aboriginal art has firmly made its way onto the international indigenous art scene. Referred as the Dreamtime, these stories are the gateway to understanding the rich history and beliefs of the Aboriginal people. Exploring Aboriginal art in

 

 

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