Mindirr (Pandanus Bags) by Julie Djulibing Malibirr of Bula'bula Arts 

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

Through the traditional knowledge of the Yolŋu Nation, weaving has a strong history within the Ramingining community and this exhibition presents contemporary woven works by several female artists from Bula’bula Arts. Included are works of cultural ceremonial significance as well as pieces that evolved from explorations in weaving at the Langarra Bush Gallery, a three day camp that provided artists the opportunity to experiment with varied techniques and showcase new skills.

Bula’bula Arts would like to thank the Kaurna People for hosting Yolŋu work on their Land.

ABOUT THE WORK

Mindirr (dilly bags) are made from gunga (Pandanus Spiralis), balgurr (Kurrajong) and natural bush dyes. The body of the mindirr is made from gunga, and the handles from balgurr. Once the gunga fronds and balgurr bark have been collected, they are stripped and prepared then boiled with the dyes.

Mindirr were used traditionally for every day utilitarian purposes, particularly collecting bush foods such as bältji (yam). Traditionally, the balgurr handles were worn across the forehead while the body of the mindirr sat at the back, between the shoulder blades making it easily accessible when collecting natha (food).

Material: Gunga - Pandanus Spiralis, natural dyes
Dimensions: 300 x 250

Due to the handmade nature of the products dimensions may vary on individual pieces.

THIS PIECE IS ON DISPLAY AS PART OF THE BUYU (WEAVING) FROM RAMINGINING EXHIBITION 

THE EXHIBITION RUNS UNTIL NOVEMBER 10th. ANY SOLD WORK WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION OR DELIVERY IN THE WEEKS FOLLOWING THIS DATE.

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Handmade in Australia.