15th Apr, 2026 18:00
April Tribal Artefacts and Art Auction
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Aboriginal Shield, Kimberley Region, WA.
Attributed to Jack Wherra. L: 84 cm; W: 19.5 cm; D: 8 cm. Jack Wherra is widely recognised for his intricately carved boab nuts produced during his incarceration in Derby jail. Following his release in 1968, he resided at Mowanjum Reserve, where he continued carving and expanded his practice to include larger works such as shields and coolamons.
Sold for AU$250
Estimated at AU$300 - AU$500
Attributed to Jack Wherra. L: 84 cm; W: 19.5 cm; D: 8 cm. Jack Wherra is widely recognised for his intricately carved boab nuts produced during his incarceration in Derby jail. Following his release in 1968, he resided at Mowanjum Reserve, where he continued carving and expanded his practice to include larger works such as shields and coolamons.
Auction: April Tribal Artefacts and Art Auction, 15th Apr, 2026
Tribal Artefacts and Art!
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11 - 4 pm Saturday 11/4/26 and Sunday 12/4/26.
10 - 5:30 pm Monday 13/4/26 and Tuesday 14/4/26
