Aboriginal Painting - Bush Onions

Aboriginal Painting Title: Bush Onions (Great Investment) deceased
Aboriginal Artist: Kathleen Martin Nungarrayi ( releated to Clifford Possum)
Size: 46 x 46 cm. Unframed
Medium: Acrylic on canvas

Authenticity:
COA and pictures of the artist holding and signing her work will be provided.

Story:

Bush onion serves as the focal point of this artwork, with white dots intricately recreating patterns that signify its significance in Aboriginal culture and Dreaming stories.

Traditional Bush Tucker

For Aboriginal people in central Australia, bush onions are a cherished traditional bush tucker. These onions are typically harvested from creek banks when the onion grass has dried out. The husk of the bush onion is also edible, offering additional sustenance. Whether eaten raw or cooked on the hot earth near a fire, bush onions hold cultural and culinary importance.

Cultural Significance to Warlpiri Aboriginal People

The bush onion holds profound significance for certain Warlpiri Aboriginal people, who consider it a part of their Dreaming and totem. According to traditional law, only these individuals are entitled to collect bush onions. They hold sacred stories about the origins of the bush onion and have the right to share these stories through painting and storytelling.

Discover the Cultural Legacy of the Bush Onion

Delve into the rich cultural heritage of the bush onion and its significance in Aboriginal culture. Learn about its role as a traditional bush tucker and its deep connection to Dreaming stories and totemic identity. By understanding the cultural significance of the bush onion, you gain insight into the profound relationship between Indigenous people, land, and food.