Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Aboriginal Art: Preservation, Commercialization, and Global Influence

Aboriginal art of Australia it represent one of the oldest and continuous artistic traditions in the world and it serves as a crucial depository of Indigenous knowledge, spirituality, ecological understanding, and cultural identity. Traditionally it was embedded within ritual, storytelling, and land-based practices, Aboriginal art has been transformed significantly with the rise of globalization, tourism, and contemporary art market. This paper inspect Aboriginal art as an Indigenous knowledge system (IKS) which investigates the tension between conservation, materialistic and global propagation. Using a qualitative and secondary research methods, the study includes how traditional meanings are experience, adapted or challenged within modern contexts. It further analyses the global influence of Aboriginal art on contemporary visual culture, design, and museum practices. Favourable concerns and related to cultural significance, intellectual property, representation are also discussed. The study declare for balanced approaches that ensure cultural preservation while enabling sustainable economic opportunities and global recognition for Aboriginal communities.