Australian Aborigines: art, life and religion

Description: Episode number 8 of Series “Modern social studies”. A portrayal of some aspects of Australian First Nations people’s ceremonial practices. The spiritual significance of body paintings, dancing and singing is explained. Taken during the University of Sydney’s expedition to Arnhem Land, led by Professor A. P. Elkin in 1952.


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