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A long held fascination with a small Russian made gun, called a MAB seemed to be the obvious choice for this traveling exhibition. In a political atmosphere of gun control in Australia - it is now, politically incorrect to want to covet a gun. To me my fascination goes beyond that. Russian ladies carried the MAB, concealed in their purse. The gun was small and the perfect 'HAND LUGGAGE'. Today I can see the relevance for such an accessory. Especially for a lady.

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 Artists Statement
Helen Celeste - Allen
April 1998.