Jack Wunuwun (20th Century, Indigenous-Australian, 1930-1990), Barnumbirr the Morning Star (1987), Wonderful Vintage Colour Print After Original Ochres on Eucalyptus Bark (1988), 94H x 74W cm (frame)

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- 68 H x 48 W cm (image); 94 H x 74 W cm (frame) - This work was published by the Australian National Gallery in 1988 - Please note; while his birthdate is noted as 1947 on the print; other sources indicate it to be 1930 as well as varied dates of passing - Jack Wunuwun (1930–1990) was a highly influential bark painter, sculptor and cultural leader - Belonging to the Gangarl clan of the Murrungun people (Dhuwa moiety) in the Garmardi region of East Arnhem Land, he became celebrated as one of Australia’s "Old Masters" of Indigenous art - He was the central figure of the 1980 documentary The Morning Star Painter by Curtis Levy, which showcased his personal artistic process; please see - https://www.nfsa.gov.au/collection/item/morning-star-painter-family-artists - This work is very nicely framed; some slight wear to frame; poster in wonderful condition