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Australian Aboriginal Yawkyawk Fiber Sculpture

Creator: Allison Guwanjguwanj
Offered by: Tishu

Description
Fiber art by contemporary aboriginal artist Allison Guwanjguwanj. It depicts a dreamtime creature called "Yawkyawk" which is the ancestor of the clan. It is a mermaid-like creature living in the water. The pandanus fibers were field collected by the artist and hand dyed with natural dyes from plants and soil.

Allison Guwanjguwanj
Year of Birth: 1974
Nationality: Australian
Region: West Central Arnhem Land
Language Group: Kuninjku

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	Pandus fibers, tree sticks and natural dyes.
Condition:	Excellent. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	Australia, 2000's.
Styles / Movements:	Tribal
Incollect Reference #:	128430

Dimensions

W.	56 in;	H.	40 in;	D.	0.5 in;
W.	142.24 cm;	H.	101.6 cm;	D.	1.27 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.