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KUNMANARA PATJU PRESLEY (dec)
Pukara23-150 (2023)
Acrylic on Linen
Pukara | 23-150
Acrylic on Linen
200 x 137cm | 78.74 x 53.94in
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Patju Presley paints with such a spiritual confidence, as someone who knows their place in the Creation, often singing the associated songs of particular sites whilst rhythmically placing his myriad of dots to form his striking compositions.
Here he depicts the significant site of Pukara situated to the north of Spinifex Lands. It is here that two powerful wanampi (magical water serpent), a father and son, depart on a ceremonial journey through Spinifex Country. The narrative follows the trials and tribulations as the son continuously causes conflict with those he comes in contact with. Patju says ’Pukara, too dangerous. Anangu can’t drink that water, only papa (dog) can drink that water.
Read LessPatju Presley paints with such a spiritual confidence, as someone who knows their place in the Creation, often singing the associated songs of particular sites whilst rhythmically placing his myriad of dots to form his striking compositions.
Here he depicts the significant site of Pukara situated to the north of Spinifex Lands. It is here that two powerful wanampi (magical water serpent), a father and son, depart on a ceremonial journey through Spinifex Country. The narrative follows the... Read More
Here he depicts the significant site of Pukara situated to the north of Spinifex Lands. It is here that two powerful wanampi (magical water serpent), a father and son, depart on a ceremonial journey through Spinifex Country. The narrative follows the... Read More