Aboriginal Art A&i

Aboriginal art has survived the colonial period to become a major feature of contemporary Australian society. Howard Morphy, one of the world's foremost authorities in this field, surveys the great variety in Aboriginal art, from ancient rock paintings to powerful modern works in acrylic on canvas. The patterns and symbols of Aboriginal art, though they may at first appear abstract, are laden with meaning. Morphy explains the social contexts in which art is made and its religious significance.Read More