Emily Kam Kngwarreye
(c.1910 - 1996)
MERNE ALHALKERE, 1993
synthetic polymer paint on canvas
153.0 x 121.5 cm
inscribed verso: artist's name and Delmore Gallery cat. 93K021
Estimate:
$40,000 - $60,000
Sold:
$36,600 (inc. BP)
lot details
Private Collection, Donald Holt, Delmore Downs Station, Alice Springs
This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Delmore Gallery
Merne Alhalkere boasts a rich abundance, reflected through the varied and confident palette of a skilled colourist. Colours inspired by the flowers and fruits of Emily's country infuse this artwork with a live and vital energy. The powerful utilisation of colour captured on this canvas is inspired by several bush fruits, the plum 'Alkwa', the Bush tomato 'akatjera' and various acacia seeds and flowers come to mind.
ANNABEL HOLT AND JANET HOLT