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Fish and Birds.

1985.0118.0003

Fish and Birds.

Fish and Birds.

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Physical description

Ochres on bark, wooden box frame. Vertical & horizontal wavy bands of diamond pattern form a cross, in centre is a yellow circle containing a black bird. At either end are 2 tall yellow birds. Diagonally from centre of cross are 2 fish, a crab & a crayfish, all black. Background in diamond pattern & lines of crosshatching. Artist: Birigitji, Dalwangu (Yirritya). Title: Fish and Birds.. Location: Yirrkala, NT.

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Bark paintings
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Dr Karel Kupka collection
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L 660mm x W 420mm

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