The kulata is a long hunting spear used for catching large game like kangaroo and emu. The shaft of the spear is made entirely of mulga. The barb is attached with a combination of a natural resin and emu sinew. Finally a notch is scored in the end of the spear in which to hook the miru or spear thrower, used to launch the spear with increased strength, speed and accuracy. Errol Evans has decorated this unusual spear with feathers and wool. It is a traditional spear for ceremonial purpose that is not used for hunting.
Desert Mob is presented annually in Mparntwe | Alice Springs on Arrernte Country.
On behalf of Desart’s staff and art centre members, the Executive Committee humbly and respectfully acknowledge the Arrernte Apmereke Artweye (Traditional Owners) and Kwertengerle (Traditional Managers) of Mparntwe.
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