Lot 22

This work is in very good condition with no faults to report. Stretched (with no additional framing) and ready to hang. (LEONARD JOEL DELIVERY SIZE LARGE)


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Papunya Tula Artists Pty Ltd, Alice Springs, Northern Territory (accompanied by a certificate of authenticity)
Private collection, Melbourne

Patrick Oloodoodi Tjungurrayi was highly respected in his community in the areas surrounding the Balgo region, Kiwirrkurra and Kintore region in the Western Desert.

Patrick began painting in the 1980s when his works were included in some of the first public exhibitions for Indigenous art including the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Attracting the attention of many, his unique patterns and distinctive colours set him apart from his counterparts as his interpretations on canvas were seen as a mixture of Balgo influences and the Kiwirrkurra styles combined.

In 2008 Patrick won the Western Australian Indigenous Art Award. Patrick was a well respected elder within his community, dedicating himself in old age to raising awareness of the public health crisis faced by Indigenous people particularly in remote communities.