Balibali – Stingray, 2022
$1,250.00
“The stingray is a wonderful food source for my people; like shark, there is a special way to prepare it. It is considered a delicacy to eat when traditionally prepared and cooked. Interestingly, although completely different cultures, including Creation, language, kinship and belief systems, our Kaidilt language often has words similar to the Lardil language. The Lardil word for stingray is Balibal, our Kaidilt word is Balibali. The Balibal in Lardil is also a family totem for the Jacob families, to which my family has been adopted through connections made since our arrival to the Mornington Island Mission 1947-1948; so when myself and my children participate in Lardil dancing, we will respectfully paint up in the Lardil Balibal totem.”
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In the most unlikely event that you are not happy with your artwork then MIART will refund you in full upon return of the artwork in perfect condition – your refund will include any postage costs incurred.
