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Enraeld Djulabiyanna

Enraeld Djulabiyanna Aboriginal Sculpture Enraeld Djulabiyanna was possibly the most distinguished sculptors among the Tiwi people. He produced very powerful painted sculptures of Purukapali and Bima. The aim of this article is to assist readers in identifying if...

Illortaminni

Illortaminni Tiwi Art Illortaminni was an early Tiwi artist who specialized in carved and painted Aboriginal sculptures. He carved figures representing Purukapali and Bima which are the Tiwi equal of Adam and Eve.   The aim of this article is to assist readers in...

Mick Aruni

Mick Aruni Tiwi Art Mick Aruni was an early Tiwi artist who specialized in carved and painted figures. He carved figures representing Purukapali and Bima which are the Tiwi equal of Adam and Eve.   The aim of this article is to assist readers in identifying if...

Teeampi Ripijingimpi

Teeampi Ripijingimpi Tiwi Art Teeampi Ripijingimpi was a well known Tiwi artist working in the 1970’s and 80’s. The aim of this article is to assist readers in identifying if a Tiwi sculpture is by Teeampi Ripijingimpi. It compares examples of his work. If you have a...

Napuatimi Tiwi Art

Declan Napuatimi Tiwi Art Although Declan Napuatimi did several bark Paintings he is best known for his Aboriginal sculpture. He is a well-known artist from the Tiwi Island and has a very distinctive style of carving. The aim of this article is to assist readers in...

Purawarrumpatu Kutuwulumi : Tiwi Artist

Purawarrumpatu Kutuwulumi : Tiwi Art Purawarrumpatu Kutuwulumi was a well-known Tiwi artist. The aim of this article is to assist readers in identifying if a Tiwi sculpture or Bark Painting is by Purawarrumpatu. It comparing 35 examples of her work. Purawarrumpatu...