I chose this name for this earring because “Ngumpie” means “BEAUTY” in the Barkindtji Aboriginal language.
I couldn’t think of a name that defines it better.
It is handmade by the women of this Aboriginal ethnic group with shed Emu feathers. This bird is emblematic of Australia. For indigenous communities, it has spiritual and mythological significance. The Emu appears in the stories of the Dreamtime, which is the spiritual and cosmological belief system of Aboriginal people. It symbolizes strength and survival. Its ability to endure, to find water and food in arid conditions, makes it a kind of sacred figure for them.
The three seeds that adorn the feathers are Desert Quandong seeds, which have been ancestrally used for ceremonies or amulets signifying the connection of the land with the ancestors.
To finish this small work of art, it has a spiral made with natural fibers.
Spirals hold great significance for indigenous communities and are reproduced in all their works of art. They signify connection, journey, time, and the continuity of life. They reflect the constant flow of energy and the connection between people, the land, and the ancestors. Everything is interconnected, and life is a journey, a cycle, a continuous spiral.
The earring has a standard brass earring hook to secure it in the ear, and despite its size, it weighs absolutely nothing.
This earring is not sold as a pair. If you want the pair, you must purchase two pieces. It is an authentic work of art, loaded with symbolism and history.
