YawkYawk
Manuel Nganjmirra
53cm x 34cm
Original price was: $450.00.$380.00Current price is: $380.00.
Artwork Story:
This painting depicts Yawk Yawk, a powerful ancestral spirit from the stories of West Arnhem Land. Yawk Yawk are water spirits that live in billabongs, rivers and freshwater pools across the Arnhem Land landscape.
Often described as mermaid-like beings, Yawk Yawk are believed to protect and inhabit the waterways. They are closely connected to water, fertility and the life that flows through Country. In many stories, Yawk Yawk can be seen emerging from the water, their long flowing hair representing the aquatic plants that grow in the billabongs and wetlands.
The story of Yawk Yawk has been shared by Aboriginal people of Arnhem Land for thousands of years and is also depicted in ancient rock art throughout the region.
Through this painting, the artist shares the story of these sacred water spirits, celebrating the deep cultural connection between people, water and Country. The artwork continues the tradition of storytelling through Aboriginal art, keeping these important cultural stories alive.
Display & Framing
- Artwork is unframed
- Shipped rolled to ensure safe delivery
- Professional stretching or framing is recommended
Provenance & Authenticity
- 100% Authentic Aboriginal art painted by the featured artists
- All artworks come with a certificate of authenticity
- The certificate includes artwork details, artist information and confirms authenticity
Care Instructions
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
- Keep away from moisture or high humidity
- Frame or stretch promptly to preserve the artwork long-term
Shipping & Packaging
- FREE insured shipping worldwide
- Delivery within 1-3 days (Aus), 5-10 days international
- ALL art pieces come with a certificate of authenticity
- Wrapped in acid-free paper & shipped in protective cylinder
International customers: Custom duties, VAT & import taxes may apply and are payable by the buyer.
Returns & Exchanges
- Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery
- Artwork must be returned in original condition
- Buyer is responsible for return shipping unless artwork arrives damaged
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Arrived quickly and is great quality
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