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Aboriginal Body Painting Terrence Gurruwiwi Elcho Island, Australia

$2,000
£1,515.58
€1,746.53
CA$2,828.55
A$3,041.87
CHF 1,626.49
MX$36,684.09
NOK 20,568.13
SEK 18,740.22
DKK 13,050.43

About the Item

Title: Gumatj Ceremonial chest paint Medium: Acrylic on canvas Size: 32" H x 28.5" W Date created: November 2006 Artist: Terrence Gaypamany Gurruwiwi Language: Glapu Date of birth: 06/09/1984 The painting depicts the traditional body paint onto the chest during ceremonies of the local aboriginal communities. It is signed by the artist on verso as shown and also retains a stamp from Elcho Island Art Center. The canvas has a slight uneven height with the lower edge being slightly uneven. It is not framed and will be sent in a tube. It is painted all the way to the edge so it can only be framed but not stretched. A copy of COA is included from Elcho Island Art Center.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2006
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some rolling mark on canvas that will ease out when framed.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945023612732

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