Freddie Nadjawulu Nadjamerrek
Ngurrurddu (Emu), 2011
ochre and acrylic on Arches paper
76 x 102 cm
29 7/8 x 40 1/8 in
29 7/8 x 40 1/8 in
MM5554
Ngurrurddu or emus are large, flightless birds found throughout Australia, including western Arnhem Land where the artist lives. The male ngurrurddu guard the nest while females cease contact with the...
Ngurrurddu or emus are large, flightless birds found throughout Australia, including western Arnhem Land where the artist lives. The male ngurrurddu guard the nest while females cease contact with the young once the eggs are laid. Males incubate the eggs .
