Hand Carved Branch Stand by Anthony Saltmere 16cm x 8cm

$180.00

Unusual and unique hand-carved timber branch sculpture with hollowed-out holes by Anthony Saltmere, an Aboriginal artist from Mornington Island. This elegant sculpture can stand alone as a captivating art piece or be used to display artificial flowers or other decorative items in its hollowed-out holes, adding versatility and intrigue to any space.

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Description

Authentic Carving

About the Artist:

Anthony Saltmere, an Aboriginal artist from Mornington Island in the Gulf of Carpentaria, is renowned for his unique hand-carved timber artworks. Some of his pieces are left unpainted, while others are painted by his partner, Chantel Harley.

Living on Mornington Island and traveling around the Gulf and Northwest regions, Anthony and Chantel stay connected with their roots and respect the environment. They choose materials carefully using traditional methods passed down through their families.

Their artwork tells stories about their lives and culture. They use old techniques but also add modern touches to show who they are and share their heritage.

Anthony Saltmere and Chantel Harley want to show that ancient artefacts can still be meaningful today. They hope their art highlights the importance of these artefacts in our modern world.

 

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