Lidwina (Nina) Tepomitari - 22-246
$2,587.20
The old People of owl dreaming have painted designs on their face around their eyes and our eyes when someone passes away and people are dancing at the goodbye ceremony- sending the spirit of the dead person back to their country where their ancestors have gone. We still do this when we are dancing and singing at the goodbye ceremony.
| Catalog No | 22-246 |
| Title | Jurrukukuni (Owl Eyes) |
| Artist | Lidwina (Nina) Tepomitari |
| Size & Medium | 210 x 40 cm Ochre on Canvas |
| Category | Painting |
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