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Aboriginal art' a comprehensive exhibition of art created by the indigenous population of Australia. The works on show are owned by the Essl collection and include important and seminal Aboriginal artists, including Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Rover Julama Thomas und Queenie McKenzie Nakarra, as well as younger artists such as Destiny Deacon. The Essl Museum boasts one of Europe's most significant collections of Aboriginal art. It was acquired during several extended trips to Australia by the art collector Karlheinz Essl, who intensely explored the art and culture of the Aboriginal People. With its exhibitions 'Dreamtime' (2001) and 'Spirit & Vision' (2004), curated by Michael Eather, the Museum has already provided deep insights into contemporary Aboriginal Art. Exhibition: Essl Museum, Klosterneuburg, Austria (30.01-18.10.2015).