Ceremonial Man

Wally Clarke Pwerle

c. 1953

2016

Alyawarre

Atnwengerrp, Utopia Region, North East of Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Acrylic on Canvas, Wood Carving

Grass Seed Dreaming, Men's Ceremony, Bird, Bush Turkey, Ceremonial Man, Camp Dog, Hat

Wally was renowned for his sculptures and his paintings, which exemplify the distinctive style of Utopia's male artists. His work often depicted country and ceremony through intricate linear dot work, creating concentric circles and parallel lines.

Wally was married to Janice Clarke Kngwarreye, a highly accomplished painter in her own right. The couple had seven children together. Wally's brother was the late Louie Pwerle, a respected sculptor and painter.