Aboriginal Artefacts, Collectors and the Wet Tropics: an introduction

A critical examination of transactions involving Aboriginal artefacts from the North Queensland Wet Tropics reveals complex relationships between objects, people, and place. The study underscores the importance of understanding exchange dynamics and concepts of ownership in the creation and collection of these artefacts, providing insight into their cultural significance and historical context. By analyzing these interactions, researchers highlight the need for a nuanced approach to interpreting Aboriginal material culture within UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Wet Tropics.

Greer, S., Henry, R., McGregor, R., & Wood, M. (2016). Aboriginal Artefacts, Collectors and the Wet Tropics: an introduction. Memoirs of the Queensland Museum - Culture, 10, 1–7. https://doi.org/10.17082/j.2205-3239.10.2016-01