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David Bosun, a Torres Strait Island artist, stands next to one of his artworks July 11, 2008 at the United Nations in New York City. Indigenous artists from Australia's remote Torres Strait Island brought their distinctive artworks to the United Nations this week to celebrate the survival of their ancient culture. The exhibition featured prints and traditional carvings from the Mua Island of the Torres Strait, which are based on oral traditions predating the arrival of Europeans. The limited edition linocuts depicted merchants, witch doctors, head hunters and wildlife of the islands, all carved from a linoleum surface. "I want to record and capture the traditional knowledge from my ancestors so that future generations will know their heritage," said Bosun, one of the four featured artists. The exhibition was part of NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) week meant to honor the history, culture and achievements of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. AFP PHOTO
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NEW YORK, UNITED NATIONS |
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12 Iulie 2008 |
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