NGV presents inspirational works of art from Papunya
See the first paintings produced at Papunya between 1971-1972 by the founding artists of the Western Desert art movements. With over 200 pieces, including works from Uta Uta Tjangala, Shorty Lungkata Tjungurrayi and Johnny Warangkula Tjupurrula.
Pictured:
Kaapa Tjampitjinpa
Anmatyerr/Warlpiri c.1925–1989
Corroboree and body decoration 1972
synthetic polymer paint on composition board
35.4 x 22.0 cm
Beverly and Anthony Knight, Melbourne
© the artists and their estates 2011, licensed by Aboriginal Artists Agency Limited and Papunya Tula Artists Pty Ltd
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Melbourne 3000
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Nearby Stations: Flinders St
Telephone 03 8660 2222
Price FREE
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Date 30 Sep 2011-12 Feb
Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm
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