An open-mouthed figure carrying spears painted in a cave at Ubirr, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

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Sign in front of painting: “A Lesson in Good Behavior” This painting of Mabuyu reminds traditional owners to tell a story which warns against stealing. Mabuyu was dragging his catch on a string after a fishing expedition when a greedy person cut the string and stole his hat night, Mabuyu waited until the thieves had eaten his fish and were camped inside their cave near the East Alligator River. Then he blocked the cave with a huge rock. Next morning they never came out. Because they pinched it they got punished. Kids, ladies, and men all dead -finished.

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Size: 5472px × 3648px
Location: Northern Territory, Australia
Photo credit: © DU Photography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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