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Style: Tribal
Australian Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log
Australian Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log

Australian Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log

Located in Atlanta, GA

Yalatai hollow log. Artist: Binguur Wirrpanda. Year of birth: 1973. Nationality: Australian. Region: East Arnhem Land. Medium: Ochres on hollow log. M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Wood

Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log
Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log

Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log

By Hamish Karrkarrhba

Located in Atlanta, GA

Artist: Hamish Karrkarrhba. Year of birth: 1968. Nationality: Australian. Region: West Central Arnhem Land. Language group: Kuninjku. Medium: Wood and ochre paint. Measurement:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Wood

Antique Tribal Cameroon Walking Stick
Antique Tribal Cameroon Walking Stick

Antique Tribal Cameroon Walking Stick

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Walking or Ceremonial stick Bamileke People Cameroon 20th century Wood, hand cast metal tip Measures: 33 1/2" x 8 1/4" (85.5 x 20.5 cm).

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Early 20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Wood

Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog
Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog

Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog

By Lena Yarinkura

Located in Atlanta, GA

Known as Jamu in Bolkdjam, Northern Territory, Australia, the camp dog was woven Pandanus fibers and painted with earth pigment and ochre. The ears and legs are from found wood and s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Natural Fiber

Australian Aboriginal Yawkyawk Fiber Sculpture
Australian Aboriginal Yawkyawk Fiber Sculpture

Australian Aboriginal Yawkyawk Fiber Sculpture

By Allison Guwanjguwanj

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fiber art by contemporary aboriginal artist Allison Guwanjguwanj. It depicts a dreamtime creature called "Yawkyawk" which is the ancestor of the clan. It is a mermaid-like creature ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Natural Fiber

Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog
Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog

Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog

By Yolanda Rostron

Located in Atlanta, GA

Aboriginal fiber art camp dog, known as Jamu. Artist: Yolanda Rostron. Year of birth: 1979. Nationality: Australian. Region: South Central Arnhem Land. Language group: Rembarrng...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Natural Fiber

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Tribal outsider and self taught art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Tribal outsider and self taught art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage outsider and self taught art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with natural fiber, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal outsider and self taught art made in a specific country, there are Australia, Oceania, and Africa pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original outsider and self taught art, popular names associated with this style include Allison Guwanjguwanj, Hamish Karrkarrhba, Lena Yarinkura, and Yolanda Rostron. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for outsider and self taught art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,200 and tops out at $4,000 while the average work can sell for $2,950.