Body Design
Artist
Lidwina Tepomitari
(1971)
Printer
Northern Editions
Date2006
Object number00042458
NameEtching
MediumPaper, ink, pencil
Dimensions355 x 395 mm
Image: 200 x 245 mm
Image: 200 x 245 mm
Copyright© Lidwina Tepomitari
ClassificationsArt
Credit LineAustralian National Maritime Museum Collection
DescriptionThis 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.
