Peron Islands Cufflinks

Inspired by a painting by Indigenous Australian artist Kerry Madawyn McCarthy, the Peron Island Cufflinks are a striking collaboration with Warlukurlangu Artists of Yuendumu. Crafted from stainless steel with resin and silver leaf, these cufflinks reflect the depth and vibrancy of Indigenous storytelling and cultural expression. Packaged in a display-ready box, they are both a refined accessory and a meaningful tribute to Country and culture. Wearing or gifting them is a way to show support for Aboriginal artists and to celebrate the creative beauty and enduring significance of their stories.

Royalties benefit the artist.

Dimensions: 0.71" diameter

Handmade in Australia | Fair Trade

About the Artwork:

Kerry McCarthy's painting depicts Peron Islands, two islands located off the coast of her Country, Bulgul. These islands are easily accessible at low tide, when it is possible to walk across the shallow water. The islands are rich in wildlife, providing an abundance of food for the nearby communities.

Kerry remembers crossing the shallow waters with her grandfather as a child, gathering many different types of seafood together. He shared stories of his youth, including the time he was stationed on North Peron during World War II to keep watch for Japanese bombers during the bombing of Darwin.

About the Artist:

Kerry Madawyn McCarthy, born in 1975 at Daly River in the Northern Territory, is a Batjamal artist known for her finely detailed, vibrant paintings that explore life, culture, and Country in the Top End. Her work is deeply inspired by the natural environment around Bulgul, her mother’s ancestral land, and often reflects stories shared by her grandfather. Kerry began painting in 1994 and developed her distinctive style while studying at the Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education. Her compositions combine traditional themes with contemporary techniques, offering an expressive and thoughtful interpretation of the patterns, textures, and spiritual connections found across her Country.

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The artists receive an additional 10% royalty on all sales of this product.