Bagu Middi
Based on the traditional fire making implements of the Girringun rainforest Aboriginal people, the artists have created artworks made from clay, timber and string to evoke the spirit of the old people.
Traditionally, the firesticks were made up of two parts, the Bagu (body) and Jiman (sticks). Bagu is normally made from the boogadilla (milky pine tree) and Jiman are made from mudja (wild guava tree). The bagu form was founded in the shape of a man. The spirit design was created with traditional clays and the ochre colours are magera yellow, jillan, black with wallaby blood and garba white.
Middi is the language word for small in local dialects. The traditional bagu were generally about 30 cm long.
Ceramic – unglazed
12.5x5x4
Year: 2013
EDM1334
Ethel Murray
Ethel Murray is a Girramay woman, based in Cardwell, North Queensland. She is an award-winning painter and ceramicist, creating one-of-a-kind Bigin bowls and Bagu sculptures. As a contemporary artist, Ethel’s work is bright, and fresh and reflects her vibrant environment. Despite her modern style, Ethel pays homage to her roots, often opting for a traditional colour palette. With a love for Native wildlife, Ethel’s work frequently features birds and other animals - becoming her trademark style. Her work showcases her immense talent and exquisite eye for design. Ethel has honourably received The Cairns Airport Innovation Award (Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre, CIAF 2019) and The Strand of Ephemera (Townsville Artistic Excellence Award).
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