Emily Kame Kngwarreye Indigenous Australian (Anmatyerr), 1910-1996
32 x 49.2 in
This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
This Dreaming tells of the abundant bush tomatoes gathered by Indigenous women across the land.
These tomatoes, both large and small varieties, grow plentifully and are found scattered throughout the country. When ripe, they are carefully collected and prepared. Using a stick, the women remove the seeds, which are then left to dry in the warmth of the sun or near the heat of a fire. This process reflects a deep connection to the land, knowledge passed down through generations, and the importance of bush foods in sustaining community life.
Please note that all First Nations Art is created from a so called ‘Birds Eye’ view. This means that the paintings can be hung either horizontally as well as vertically.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist and family in Utopia in 1994
The Aboriginal Gallery of Dreamings, Melbourne, Australia
Private collection, The Netherlands
Exhibitions
Contemporary Australian Aboriginal Art, SmithDavidson Gallery, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2019
Tjukurrpa: The Dreaming, SmithDavidson Gallery X UNIT London, London, United Kingdom, 2025