black ground
1989
Medium
powder pigment, pastel on canvas
Measurements
246.3 × 189.0 cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased from Admission Funds, 1992
© Judy Watson/Licensed by Copyright Agency, Australia
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Accession Number
O.124-1992
Department
First Nations Australia
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