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Aboriginal Diptyque Paintings by Raelene Kerinauia

Creator: Raelene Kerinauia
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A lovely diptyque paintings by Australian Aboriginal artist Raelene Kerinauia (1962- ). Born in 1962 (Tiwi People), Wurrumiyanga, Mantiyupwi Country, Bathurst Island, Northern Territory, Raelene Kerinauia Lampuwatu lives and works Milikapiti, Melville Island, Northern Territory. Her distinctive artworks are contemporary interpretations of designs that connect her family to Tiwi cosmology, Country and cultural practices. She uses a kayimwagakimi – a traditional Tiwi wooden painting comb – to create her distinct paintings on paper, canvas and bark, and is also a skilled printmaker, producing intricate etchings and lithographs in her signature geometric designs (Artist's biography courtesy of Musuem of Contemprary Art Australia, Sydney, where the artist's work is held in permanent collection).
The diptyques were painted in 2005 and presented in a white frame. Stamped on the back of the canvas by the Jilamara Art Center now covered by the backing paper. It comes with COA from the Jilamara Art Center.

More Information

Documentation:	Certificate of Authenticity
Origin:	Australia
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	ocher on canvas
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Newly framed.
Creation Date:	2005
Styles / Movements:	Abstract Expressionism, Contemporary
Incollect Reference #:	665301

Dimensions

W.	24.75 in;	H.	32.5 in;	D.	1.25 in;
W.	62.87 cm;	H.	82.55 cm;	D.	3.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.