Mipura Kirimi
Artist
Lidwina Tepomitari
(1971)
Printer
Northern Editions
Date2006
Object number00042457
NameEtching
MediumWhite rice paper, overliad on grey paper, ink, pencil
Dimensions360 x 400 mm
Image: 200 x 250 mm
Image: 200 x 250 mm
Copyright© Lidwina Tepomitari
ClassificationsArt
Credit LineAustralian National Maritime Museum Collection
DescriptionUnframed etching by Bathurst Island artist Nina (Ludwina) Puruntatameri, 2006. Geometric abstract linear design arranged in quadrants. The design is rendered in yellow ochres and white. A black circular motif is located at the centre of the work. Edition number 39/50. Designs like this are used for body painting during Tiwi ceremonies.
This work, demonstrative of the strong geometric abstractions typical of contemporary Tiwi art, draws inspiration from the art of body painting that has been practiced by the Tiwi for thousands of years. This patterning, characterised by geometric structures of lines and dots are a significant element in much of the work produced by Tiwi artists.SignificanceThis work, demonstrative of the strong geometric abstractions typical of contemporary Tiwi art, draws inspiration from the art of body painting that has been practiced by the Tiwi for thousands of years. This patterning, characterised by geometric structures of lines and dots are a significant element in much of the work produced by Tiwi artists.
