Jimmy Baker (c.1915 - 2010)

WAWITJA, 2007

synthetic polymer paint on canvas
bears inscription verso: Tjungu Palya cat. no. TPJB07123

110.0 x 78.0 cm

Tjungu Palya Artists, Nyapari, South Australia
Marshall Arts, Adelaide
Private Collection, Melbourne

This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tjungu Palya that states: ‘This place is close to Kanpi and is called Wawitja. Ngura pulka, inma pulkana (There is a large camp here and important ceremonial song and dance are associated with this place). Wati wanampi (watersnake man). This is my country and I can sing the story for this country).

CONDITION REPORT:

This work is in excellent, stable and original condition.’