Paddy Fordham Wainburranga

Barramundi & Yam Catfish

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Barramundi & Yam Catfish
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Barramundi & Yam Catfish

Paddy Fordham Wainburranga

Barramundi & Yam Catfish

Central Art Aboriginal Art Store
Code: 021112
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 54x50
Year: 2002
Price: AUD$2,200.00 inc. GST

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Depicted in the painting are: -

  • Barramundi (large scaled fish)
  • Catfish


Barramundi and Catfish are a staple food source for Aboriginal people living in Arnhem Land and Northern Australia. Barramundi is derived from the Aboriginal word Barramunda.


Animals, including Barramundi and Catfish are painted to ensure a successful hunt by placing people in touch with the spirit of the animal.


Hunting -animals are depicted in Aboriginal Rock Art.


If you would like to know more about the Barramundi & Yam Catfish and the relationship with Aboriginal Art and culture, please read the following article:


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