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Pair of Australian Aboriginal Wood Sculpture Echidna

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A pair of echidna sculpture carved from wood with found branches made by Australian Aboriginal artist Bob Burruwal (Born 1952-). Bob Burruwal is a celebrated Rembarrnga artist, who lives and works at Ankabarrbirri, an outstation, close to Maningrida. He performs an important role in ceremony and song with in his clan. Burruwal along with his partner, Lena Yarinkura, have led the innovation in fiber art from Arnhem land which has received local and international critical acclaim for the better part of three decades. These Echidna figures were carved from wood and the spikes were made from found branches. They were splashed painted with natural pigments. COA included. These wonderful sculpture exhibits a strong sense of aboriginal Folk Art tradition by using all natural materials to depicts Dream Time stories and creatures. Each of the figure is about 21 x 9 x 7.0 inches and can be sold individually for 2000 each.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2000s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. A couple of spikes missing tips.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945020189982
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