85 - Important Australian Indigenous Art

Important Australian Indigenous Art
Melbourne
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25 March 2026
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1

Albert Namatjira
Central Australian landscape, c.1944

watercolour on paper on card

38.0 x 28.0 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $171,818 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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2

Albert Namatjira
Ghost gum (Mount Gillen), c.1950

watercolour on paper on card

26.0 x 37.0 cm (image)
28.5 x 39.5 cm (sheet)

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $92,045 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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3

Gunybi Ganambarr
Milŋurr, 2021

etched found aluminium road sign and aerosol paint

75.0 x 56.0 x 60.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$20,000 – $30,000
Sold for $42,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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4

Wukun Wanambi
Bamurruŋu, 2014

natural earth pigments on aluminium foil industrial insulation

125.0 x 78.0 cm

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $15,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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5

Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori
Big river at My Father's Country, 2006

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

137.5 x 91.5 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $41,727 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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6

Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori
Thundi (Big river), 2007

synthetic polymer paint on linen

152.5 x 101.5 cm

Estimate: 
$28,000 – $35,000
Sold for $61,364 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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7

Ginger Riley Munduwalawala
The wet, 1994

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

145.0 x 149.0 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $58,909 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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8

Makinti Napanangka
Untitled (Kungka Kujarra - two women), 1998

synthetic polymer paint on linen

122.0 x 122.0 cm

Estimate: 
$40,000 – $50,000
Sold for $85,909 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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9

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Untitled (Alalgura landscape/Yam flowers), 1995

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

151.0 x 121.0 cm

Estimate: 
$150,000 – $250,000
Sold for $355,909 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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10

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Alalgura - Emu Country, 1992

synthetic polymer paint on linen

122.0 x 152.5 cm

Estimate: 
$180,000 – $250,000
Sold for $270,000 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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11

Rover Thomas (Joolama)
Langurr (The Rainbow Serpent) making the river, 1991

natural earth pigments and bush gum on canvas

121.5 x 181.0 cm

Estimate: 
$250,000 – $350,000
Sold for $392,727 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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12

Paddy Nyunkuny Bedford
Fig tree hole, 2005

ochres and pigments with synthetic binder on linen

150.0 x 180.0 cm

Estimate: 
$150,000 – $200,000
Sold for $184,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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13

Timo Hogan
Lake Baker, 2021

synthetic polymer paint on linen

200.0 x 230.0 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $49,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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14

Freddie Timms
Mandangala, north of Turkey Creek, 1990

ochres and pigment with synthetic binder on canvas

120.0 x 160.0 cm

Estimate: 
$50,000 – $70,000
Sold for $58,909 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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15

Daniel Walbidi
All the jila, 2007

synthetic polymer paint on linen

120.0 x 160.0 cm

Estimate: 
$60,000 – $80,000
Sold for $88,364 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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16

Nyapanyapa Yunupiŋu
Untitled (circles), 2018

natural earth pigments on Stringybark

168.0 x 77.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$35,000 – $45,000
Sold for $54,000 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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17

Mawalan Marika
Milŋiyawuy; The Milky Way, c.1958

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

140.0 x 39.5 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$20,000 – $30,000
Sold for $24,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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18

Balang Nakurulk (Mr Mawurndjul)
Ngalyod, Rainbow Serpent, 1979

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

128.0 x 48.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $27,000 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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19

Balang Nakurulk (Mr Mawurndjul)
Milmilngkan site, 2007

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

124.0 x 72.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $36,818 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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Emily Kam Kngwarreye: Works 1991 – 1995 (Lots 20 – 26)
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20

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
My Country, 1992

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

152.0 x 122.0 cm

Estimate: 
$180,000 – $250,000
Sold for $220,909 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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21

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Awelye I, II, III & IV, 1995

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

i. 202.0 x 60.0 cm
ii. 202.0 x 61.0 cm
iii. 203.0 x 62.0 cm
iv. 203.0 x 62.0 cm
203.0 x 245.0 cm (overall)

Estimate: 
$400,000 – $600,000 (4)
Sold for $429,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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22

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Summer flowers I, 1991

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

150.0 x 90.0 cm

Estimate: 
$100,000 – $140,000
Sold for $159,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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23

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Untitled (Awelye), 1994

synthetic polymer paint on linen

121.0 x 90.0 cm

Estimate: 
$80,000 – $120,000
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24

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Life cycle I, II & III, 1994

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

91.0 x 61.0 cm (each)
91.0 x 183.0 cm (overall)

Estimate: 
$60,000 – $80,000 (3)
Sold for $98,182 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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25

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Untitled (Yam), 1995

synthetic polymer paint on linen

61.5 x 51.0 cm

Estimate: 
$50,000 – $70,000
Sold for $92,045 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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26

Emily Kam Kngwarreye
Untitled (Awelye), 1992

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

61.0 x 90.5 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $42,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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27

Angelina Pwerle (Ngale)
Anookitja (Bush Plum), 1998

synthetic polymer paint on linen

120.5 x 90.0 cm

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
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28

Rover Thomas (Joolama)
Baragu Country, 1989

natural earth pigments and bush gum on canvas

110.0 x 70.0 cm

Estimate: 
$120,000 – $160,000
Sold for $227,045 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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29

Paddy Nyunkuny Bedford
Biriyalji – Fish Hole, 1999

natural earth pigments and synthetic binder on Belgian linen

122.5 x 134.5 cm

Estimate: 
$100,000 – $140,000
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30

Paddy Jaminji
Elgee cliff, half kangaroo - Krilkril Country, 1985

natural earth pigments with bush gum on plywood

66.0 x 94.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $24,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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31

Paddy Nyunkuny Bedford
Queensland creek, 1998

ochres and natural earth pigment with synthetic binder on Belgian linen

122.0 x 134.0 cm

Estimate: 
$80,000 – $120,000
Sold for $98,182 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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32

Prince Of Wales (Midpul)
Body marks, 2000

synthetic polymer paint on linen

114.5 x 114.5 cm

Estimate: 
$18,000 – $25,000
Sold for $22,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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33

Prince Of Wales (Midpul)
Body marks, 1999

synthetic polymer paint on linen

126.5 x 71.0 cm

Estimate: 
$14,000 – $18,000
Sold for $30,682 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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34

Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri
Story of two brothers, 1983

synthetic polymer paint on linen

182.0 x 120.0 cm

Private sale
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35

Dini Campbell Tjampitjinpa
Untitled (Tingari at Tjintapa), 1990

synthetic polymer paint on linen

182.0 x 122.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
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36

Ronnie Tjampitjinpa
Untitled (Tingari man at Kampurarrpa), 1998

synthetic polymer paint on linen

121.0 x 150.5 cm

Private sale
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Important bark paintings from the collection of Lance Bennett (Lots 37 – 43)
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37

Lanyirrda (Billy)
Namarnde, c.1965

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

126.0 x 65.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$12,000 – $16,000
Sold for $14,727 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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38

Lanyirrda (Billy)
A Namarnde spirit making love with his two wives, 1966

earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

107.0 x 49.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $12,273 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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39

Diidja
Namarnde with two wives, 1966

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

77.0 x 64.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $9,818 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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40

Jacky Baimunungbi
Namarnde making love with two wives, 1966

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

97.0 x 73.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$14,000 – $18,000
Sold for $17,182 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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41

Jacky Baimunungbi
Family of Namarnde spirits hunting for flying fox, 1966

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

92.0 x 50.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
Sold for $18,409 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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42

Jacky Baimunungbi
Male and female Namarnde spirits of the Rock Country, 1966

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

97.0 x 37.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $22,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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43

Diidja
Male and female Namarnde making love, 1966

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

94.0 x 54.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $14,727 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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44

Michael Cook
Invasion, 2017

suite of 8 inkjet prints on 310 gsm paper

81.0 x 122.0 cm (each)

Estimate: 
$45,000 – $65,000 (8)
Sold for $55,227 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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45

Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori
Dibirdibi Country, 2010

synthetic polymer paint on linen

151.0 x 101.0 cm

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $55,227 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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46

Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori
Dibirdibi Country, 2010

synthetic polymer paint on linen

151.0 x 101.0 cm

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $49,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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47

Warlimpirrnga Tjapaltjarri
Marawa, 2003

synthetic polymer paint on Belgian linen 

122.0 x 122.0 cm

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
Sold for $61,364 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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48

Ningura Napurrula
Rockhole site of Wirrulnga, 2006

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

121.5 x 121.0 cm

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $12,273 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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49

Makinti Napanangka
The rockhole site of Lupulnga, 2005

synthetic polymer paint on linen 

91.0 x 122.0 cm

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
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50

Ningura Napurrula
Women's ceremonies at Ngaminya, 2006

synthetic polymer paint on linen

91.5 x 120.0 cm

Estimate: 
$6,000 – $8,000
Sold for $7,977 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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51

Noŋgirrŋa Marawili
Lightning and the rock, 2019

earth pigments and recycled print toner on paper

87.0 x 58.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $24,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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52

Gunybi Ganambarr
Gudurrku (Brolga), 2014

etched galvanised steel

180.0 x 120.0 cm

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
Sold for $30,682 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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watercolours by Albert Namatjira (Lots 53 – 57)
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53

Albert Namatjira
Mount Gillen, MacDonnell Ranges, 1956

watercolour on paper on card

28.0 x 39.5 cm

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $135,000 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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54

Albert Namatjira
Gums at MacDonnell Ranges

watercolour on paper

36.5 x 27.0 cm (image)
38.0 x 28.0 cm (sheet)

Estimate: 
$30,000 – $40,000
Sold for $51,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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55

Albert Namatjira
Glen Helen, MacDonnell Ranges, c.1944

watercolour on paper on card

26.5 x 37.5 cm (image)
27.5 x 38.0 cm (sheet)

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $66,273 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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56

Albert Namatjira
Glen Helen Gorge, c.1944

watercolour on paper

37.0 x 26.0 cm (image)
39.0 x 28.5 cm (sheet)

Estimate: 
$25,000 – $35,000
Sold for $55,227 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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57

Albert Namatjira
Central Australian landscape

watercolour on paper on card

28.5 x 39.0 cm (sheet)

Estimate: 
$20,000 – $30,000
Sold for $42,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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58

Pepai Jangala Carroll
Walungurru, 2014

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

101.0 x 148.0 cm

Estimate: 
$20,000 – $30,000
Sold for $27,000 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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59

Rammey Ramsey
Warlawoon Country, 2006

natural earth pigment with synthetic binder on linen

180.0 x 149.5 cm

Estimate: 
$15,000 – $20,000
Sold for $22,091 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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60

Wattie Karrawara
Wandjina Kalerungari, 1975

natural earth pigments on sandstone

50.0 x 35.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$12,000 – $16,000
Sold for $14,727 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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61

George Jomeri
Two Wanjina, 1977

natural earth pigments on eucalyptus bark

92.0 x 40.0 cm (irregular)

Estimate: 
$12,000 – $18,000
Sold for $24,545 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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62

Jan Billycan (Djan Namundie)
Kirriwirri, 2007

natural earth pigments and synthetic polymer paint on linen

89.0 x 59.0 cm

Estimate: 
$5,000 – $7,000
Sold for $6,136 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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63

Wingu Tingima
The seven sisters, 2009

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

122.0 x 61.0 cm (each)
122.0 x 183.0 (overall)

Estimate: 
$6,000 – $8,000 (3)
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64

Tommy Mitchell
Walu, 2010

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

152.0 x 76.0 cm

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $15,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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65

Maringka Baker
Kuta Ala, 2015

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

151.5 x 121.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $18,409 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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66

Sylvia Kanytjupai Ken
Seven sisters, 2016

synthetic polymer paint on Belgian linen

198.0 x 152.5 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $15,955 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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67

Tjungkara Ken
Seven sisters, 2015

synthetic polymer paint on linen

122.5 x 198.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $20,864 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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68

Sylvia Kanytjupai Ken
Seven sisters, 2010

synthetic polymer paint on Belgian linen

122.0 x 198.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $9,818 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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69

Eubena Nampitjin
Inyaroo, 2001

synthetic polymer paint on canvas

120.0 x 80.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $7,364 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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70

Eubena Nampitjin
Untitled, 2005

synthetic polymer paint on linen

148.0 x 74.5 cm

Estimate: 
$7,000 – $9,000
Sold for $8,591 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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71

Boxer Milner Tjampitjin
Purkitji, 2003

synthetic polymer paint on linen

120.0 x 80.0 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $7,364 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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72

Dinny Nolan Tjampitjinpa
Water story, c.1972 - 74

synthetic polymer paint on canvas board

61.0 x 45.5 cm

Estimate: 
$8,000 – $12,000
Sold for $18,409 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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73

Long Jack Phillipus Tjakamarra
Kangaroo man and possum man ancestors travelling to Tjakari, Matingpilangu and Lurrnpa, c.1974

synthetic polymer paint on canvas board

61.0 x 45.5 cm

Estimate: 
$10,000 – $15,000
Sold for $19,636 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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74

Tim Leura Tjapaltjarri
Euro dreaming, c.1973 - 74

synthetic polymer paint on canvas board

61.0 x 45.5 cm

Estimate: 
$12,000 – $18,000
Sold for $23,318 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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75

Crusoe Kurddal
Mimih spirit, 2003

natural earth pigments and PVA fixative on carved kurrajong

207.0 cm (height)

Private sale
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76

Owen Yalandja
Yawkyawk, 2000

natural earth pigments with synthetic binder on carved kurrajong

214.0 cm (height)

Estimate: 
$5,000 – $7,000
Sold for $10,432 (inc. BP) in Auction 85 - 25 March 2026, Melbourne
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