Medium
earth pigments on Stringybark (Eucalyptus sp.)
Measurements
70.2 × 35.3 cm
Place/s of Execution
Kalumburu, Western Australia
Inscription
inscribed (vertically) in chalk on reverse l.l.: PS853 / ORHO
Accession Number
O.117-1991
Department
First Nations Australia Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gallery location
Gallery 2
Physical description
A Wandjina is shown, inspired by figures found in cave paintings of the Kimberley. The lines coming from the hairdress symbolize clouds. The body markings indicate o:nmal (white ochre painting).
