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Spider "1" Namirrki circa 1925-1975
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Female Namarnde
- Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark (eucalyptus tetradonta)
- 74cm by 24cm
Natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark
Provenance
Acquired from the artist at Mudjinberri (Mudjinbardi) by Lance Bennett, in 1966
The Thomas Vroom Collection, The Netherlands
The Thomas Vroom Collection, The Netherlands
Exhibited
Theme Park - Brook Andrew, AAMU, Utrecht, 17 October 2008 - 1 April 2009
Condition
This bark has had no repairs or restoration. There is some discolouration along the lower edge, presumably due to emersion in water.
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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Cf. Michael O’Ferrall, Keepers of the Secrets, Aboriginal Art From Arnhem Land in the Art Gallery of Western Australia, AGWA, Perth, 1991, pp. 41-42, for a related painting by the artist with a figure in a similar pose.