LORRKON, 1999
152
IVAN NAMIRRKKI
born 1961
LORRKON, 1999
natural earth pigments on carved hardwood hollow log
115.0 cm height
Estimate:
$3,500 - 4,500
Provenance
Maningrida Arts and Culture, Northern Territory (cat. 37291999CW)
Private collection, Sydney
Catalogue text
This work is accompanied by certificate of authenticity from Maningrida Arts and Culture which states in part: 'Ivan Namirrki has painted the hollow log with clan designs important for his Kardbam clan. Species like barramundi, catfish, goanna, long neck turtle and water lily are not only important in a ceremonial context but are also part of the bush food gathered during the year.'