Lot 47

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.


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Papunya Tula Artists, Alice Springs, Northern Territory (accompanied by the certificate of authenticity)
Private collection, Adelaide

"This painting depicts designs associated with the site of Dale Creek near Giles Weather Station. The roundels represent rockholes at the site and in the close vicinity. The arcs are the sandhills surrounding the area. The Lungkata (Blue-tongued Lizard) Dreaming is associated with the site. The artist has shown these lizards."

As stated on the Papunya Tula Artists certificate of authenticity

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