Rock Paintings of Aboriginal Australia

Godden, Elaine ; Malnic, Jutta, 1924-2020

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Australia’s world-famous Aboriginal rock art can be found all over the country from Tasmania to the Kimberley. The paintings depict everyday events such as hunting and corroborees, as well as myths and legends. Godden’s text explains the paintings and their stories, while Malnic’s photographs capture their mystery and beauty.

x, 64 p., [58] p. of col. plates : ill., map, ports. ; 29 cm. #100122 (Small stamp on fep)

Aboriginal Australians — Religion.  |  Rock paintings — Australia.  |  Art, Aboriginal Australian.  |  Stories and motifs.  |  Art – Rock art – Painting.  |  Art – Artists.  |  Art – Subjects – Wandjina.  |  Arnhem Land (NT)  |  Kimberley area (WA SD51, SD52, SE51, SE52)  |  Cape York Peninsula (Qld SC54, SD54, SD55)

Additional Information

AuthorGodden, Elaine ; Malnic, Jutta, 1924-2020
Number of pagesx, 64 p., [58] p. of col. plates : ill., map, ports. ; 29 cm.
PublisherNew Holland
Year Published1997 rev ed.
Binding Type

Softcover

Book Condition

Fine

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