The Collection of William and Lucy Mora - 21 July 2010 | Melbourne
Lot 99
Johnny Scobie Tjapanangka
(c.1935 - 2000)
MEN'S CEREMONIES AT WIRRITJI, 1989
synthetic polymer paint on linen
136.5 x 91.0 cm
Estimate:
$2,000 - 3,000
Lot sold: $1,200 (inc. BP)
Lot Details
Description
Johnny Scobie Tjapanangka
(c.1935 - 2000)
MEN'S CEREMONIES AT WIRRITJI, 1989
synthetic polymer paint on linen
136.5 x 91.0 cm
inscribed verso: artist's name, Papunya Tula Artists cat. JS890357
Provenance
Papunya Tula Artists, Alice Springs
The Collection of William and Lucy Mora, Melbourne
Catalogue text
This painting is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Papunya Tula Artists, Alice Springs, which reads in part: 'Men, represented by the “U” shapes are shown performing ceremonies at the site of Wirritji. The design is also used as body paint for young men's ceremonies.'