Indigenous Australia: enduring civilisation
Resource type
Book
Date published
2015
Abstract
This extraordinary selection of objects showcases the beauty and knowledge embodied in works of art and everyday life from Indigenous Australia. Published to accompany the first major UK exhibition on Indigenous Australia, this ground breaking new publication explores the profound impact and legacy of colonialism, the nature of collecting and the changing meaning of objects now in the collection of the British Museum. The encounters between Indigenous peoples and colonists were complex and nuanced, and contemporary Australian society is still dealing with this legacy, trying to transform or reconcile different worldviews.
Project(s)
Engaging Objects: Indigenous communities, museum collections and the representation of Indigenous histories
Funder
| Funder name | Awards |
Australian Research Council | LP110100623 |
Publisher
British Museum Press
Place of publication
London
Rights statement
In Copyright