White Cockatoo Sculpture - Original Art

Add a touch of Australian charm to your home with this one-of-a-kind hand carved White Cockatoo Sculpture, lovingly crafted by husband and wife team Elah Yunupingu and Barbara Wanambi. Crafted from locally gathered wood and painted by hand with vibrant acrylics, this striking sculpture showcases the blend of Elah’s carving skills and Barbara’s artistic flair. Together, they continue the Yolngu tradition of artistic collaboration between husband and wife.

About the Artists
Elah and Barbara are from north-east Arnhem Land. Elah, a proud Gumatj man, and Barbara, a Wanapuynji woman and medicine woman, bring their cultural stories to life through their art, ensuring that their heritage is shared and celebrated.

"I am a proud Yolgnu man from the Gumatj tribe of north-east Arnhem Land. I am also the grandson of the late Yothu Yindi singer, Dr Yunupingu, and I am inspired to ensure that his traditional and contemporary legacy lives on." - Elah Yunupingu