This 1949 painting by Reynold Hart is called “A Native Corroboree.” It is one of the 119 indigenous artworks going from Colgate to Curtin University in Western Australia.
In April, Colgate announced that it is giving 119 indigenous artworks to Curtin University in Western Australia.
Prior to the artwork being transported to Australia, there will be two showings in the Clifford Gallery, which is on the first floor of Colgate’s Little Hall.
The special exhibition, “The Art of the Gift: The Journey Home of the Australian Aboriginal Children’s Art Collection,” is free and open to the public. The exhibition times are:
- Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 4, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The works, a significant part of the heritage and history of the region, were created by Noongar children who were part of Australia’s “Stolen Generation.”
Read more about Colgate’s cultural collaboration with Curtin University:
- New York Times article: Aboriginal Artworks to Return to Australia
- Today Show report
- Photos of the indigenous artwork
- Remarks by Douglas Hicks at transfer ceremony