Lot 17

The work is in overall good condition consistent with age. All markings and textures appear inherent with artist's style, technique and medium and are likely from the time of creation.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Irrunytju Arts Centre, Irrunytju (Wingellina), Western Australia (accompanied by the certificate of authenticity)
Private collection, Adelaide

"This is ngayuku ngurra, Minyma Kutjara Tjukurpa (Two Sisters Story). A true story for irrunytju. They camped at a rockhole called Wana Wani and then travelled on up to Uyupi rockhole. Nyinara, nyinara, nyinara, they sat down for a while. Some men came from Docker River way, and quickly the two sisters went to Paki and made camp there. Nyinara, nyinara, nyinara. At Puntji they had Inma (sacred singing and dancing). The big sister was teaching the little sister Inma."

As stated on the Irrunytju Arts certificate of authenticity

© Kuntjil Cooper/Copyright Agency, 2026