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Chimu Pottery from Cayalti, Peru
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/chimu-pottery-from-cayalti-peru/

In 1910 the Australian Museum purchased 54 Peruvian pots from Mr Thomas Colston.

Published 30 May 2014

Peru pottery International collections Americas
The Light of Immortality
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-light-of-immortality/

Symbolism of faience in ancient Egypt.

Published 22 May 2014

egypt International collections Ancient Egypt
Chinese Scroll Painting H533
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/chinese/chinese-scroll-painting-h533/

Buddhist devotion in image and words.

Published 11 February 2014

China Chinese International collections
Middle Kingdom
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/chinese/middle-kingdom/

Universal importance of Chinese Culture.

Published 27 June 2017

China Chinese International collections
The Batik Process
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/the-batik-process/

The word is of Javanese and Indonesian origin and describes the coloured fabric and process of producing patterns by using fabric dyes and wax in the creation of the design. Multi-coloured batik allows for the production of complex patterns, akin to paintings.

Published 07 June 2011

International collections Bali Indonesia
Sutasoma, the tale of a Buddhist prince: Balinese painting E74182
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/sutasoma-the-tale-of-a-buddhist-prince-balinese-painting-e74182/

Who wants to eat a pious prince?

Published 09 September 2010

International collections Bali Indonesia
Lingodbawa - Siwa’s Lingga: Balinese painting E74261
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/lingodbawa-siwas-lingga-balinese-painting-e74261/

The greatest among gods.

Published 12 August 2010

International collections Bali Indonesia
Bharatayudha: Death of King Wirata’s Sons, Balinese painting E74209
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/bharatayudha-death-of-king-wiratas-sons-balinese-painting-e74209/

The warriors go into battle

Published 11 August 2010

International collections Bali Indonesia
Anthony Forge: Research in Papua New Guinea
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/anthony-forge-research-in-papua-new-guinea/

Meaning of Abelam art

Published 21 May 2010

Papua New Guinea International collections
Journeys of Desire, Balinese painting E74212
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/balinese/journeys-of-desire-balinese-painting-e74212/

Prince Panji's quest for Princess Rangkesari.

Published 03 August 2010

International collections Bali Indonesia

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
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