Minnie Pwerle (c. 1910-2006): Awelye--Atnwengerrp

Minnie Pwerle (c. 1910-2006): Awelye--Atnwengerrp

Acrylic on unstretched linen, 2005, unsigned, inscribed 'FAAA160997' on the reverse.

55 x 40 in., unframed.

Note: Minnie Pwerle was an Australian Aboriginal artist from Utopia in the Northern Territory. Her distinctive style is based on the body painting used in women's ceremonies called awelye in the Alyawarre language.
Condition Report: Old tack holes around the edges where previously stretched. In good condition.

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