Decorative Spear by Rebecca Haala Ivan Namarnyilk Selone Djandjomerr is a Kunwinjku

Selone Djandjomerr is a Kunwinjku artist who was born in Darwin and grew up in Kakadu

is the totem animal to many indigenous people throughout western Arnhem Land and Kakadu

He almost always paints in the natural ochres that he collects and grinds himself

he also went fishing and hunting

But soon the spirit got tired of living

Decorative Spear by Rebecca Haala Ivan Namarnyilk Selone Djandjomerr is a KunwinjkuRebecca Haala Manbokarddji ( Kunwok for spear ) was traditionally used in hunting. Using hunting tools was specifically considered Men's Business, which forbids women to use it. Dimensions: 34cm H x 3. 5cm W Wood carving This artwork has been purchased directly from an Aboriginal artist in Kakadu National Park or Arnhem Land. Ochre Art Gallery is committed to supporting artists, their families and the local community.