Nurture
2019
Medium
wool, silk, copper
Measurements
132.0 × 131.0 cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased with funds donated by Jo Horgan and MECCA Brands, 2022
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Melbourne, Victoria
Accession Number
2022.30
Department
Australian Fashion and Textiles
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