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Pioneering Indigenous artist Kumantje Nelson Jagamara remembered in Alice Springs
You might not have heard of Kumantje Jagamara from Pupunya (c.1949-November 9, 2020), but you have probably seen his artwork.
Key points:
- Indigenous artist who created Parliament House mural remembered at funeral
- In letter, Prime Minister Scott Morrison expressed deep sadness at Kumantje Jagamara’s passing
- Kumantje Jagamara remembered as trailblazer in art world, and respected traditional man
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following article contains images and names of people who have died. Images have been used with permission of the deceased’s family.
The Warlpiri artist from Central Australia passed away last November, and was remembered at a funeral in Alice Springs today.
Hundreds gathered to pay…
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