The depiction in the artwork refers to Ahakeye
.
The fruit from this Australian native plant are gathered by the Aboriginal women from Utopia in Central Australia. The plant produces white flowers followed by berries. When ripened the berries turn from purple to black. These fruits are edible and taste sweet and is a favourite bush tucker for Aboriginal people. Ahakeye is also a food source for emus, bush turkeys and many native birds.
The women pay homage to the Bush plum in their ceremonies to ensure perpetual germination. These ceremonies include body paint, song lines and dance cycle.
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Art Title: Bush Plum
ID: 0411205
Artist: June Bird Petyarre
Vendor: Central Art
Medium: Acrylic on Belgian Linen
Size: 173x80
Price: Sold
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