Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery is delighted to unveil an exclusive solo presentation of new and captivating works by Yolŋu artist Dhambit Munuŋgurr at Sydney Contemporary 2023.

Exhibition Dates: 7 September – 10 September 2023

Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery is delighted to unveil an exclusive solo presentation of new and captivating works by Yolŋu artist Dhambit Munuŋgurr at Sydney Contemporary 2023. This presentation is a profound exploration of Munuŋgurr’s artistic journey, featuring a curated selection of dynamic and intricately crafted bark paintings and larrakitj (hollow poles).

The complex narratives of Munuŋgurr’s Yolŋu heritage are woven intricately into the fabric of her paintings through her distinct brushstrokes and vivid palette of cobalt blues, echoing depictions of the sky and sea. Painting with Marwat (traditional Yolŋu hairbrush) using her non-preferred left hand, sea creatures and characters appear to float upon the surface, jostling against a vibrant background: the compelling juxtaposition of contemporary materials with ancient narratives form an unexpected signature style.

At the heart of this presentation lies Munuŋgurr’s innovative blend of ochre and acrylic paint — a response to a life-altering car accident that compelled her to redefine her artistic approach. The striking and electric artworks that result are a testament to her resilience and innovative vision, marked by the vibrancy of colour and powerful spontaneity of her mark-making. In doing so, she captures the intricacies of Yolŋu Law and her profound connection to the spiritual forces of her country.

Through a poetic combination of colour, materiality, and storytelling, Munuŋgurr invites us to reflect on the esoteric spirituality and artistic depth of Yolŋu culture. Her paintings stand as living testimonies to the ancestral stories that shape her world, resonating with both local communities and global audiences alike.

– Tallulah Smith, 2023

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Dhambit Munuŋgurr Bol'ŋu, 2023; 1265-23; acrylic on bark; 247 x 125 cm; enquire
Bol'ŋu, 2023
1265-23
acrylic on bark
247 x 125 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Dhunum, 2023; 6641-22; acrylic on bark; 224 x 133 cm; enquire
Dhunum, 2023
6641-22
acrylic on bark
224 x 133 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Ḏilthan Yolŋnha - Healing, 2022; 1601-22; acrylic on bark; 234 x 124 cm; enquire
Ḏilthan Yolŋnha - Healing, 2022
1601-22
acrylic on bark
234 x 124 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr The bones of the Djapu, 2023; 523-23; acrylic on bark; 234.5 x 114 cm; enquire
The bones of the Djapu, 2023
523-23
acrylic on bark
234.5 x 114 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Woŋgu, 2023; 9211-22; acrylic on bark; 210.5 x 118 cm; enquire
Woŋgu, 2023
9211-22
acrylic on bark
210.5 x 118 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Yunupiŋu - The Rock, 2022; 4269-22; acrylic on bark; 232 x 102 cm; enquire
Yunupiŋu - The Rock, 2022
4269-22
acrylic on bark
232 x 102 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Dhambit the Rock, 2022; 2909-22; acrylic on bark; 228 x 98 cm; enquire
Dhambit the Rock, 2022
2909-22
acrylic on bark
228 x 98 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Father and daughter Brolgas, 2023; 4741-22; acrylic on bark; 202 x 110 cm; enquire
Father and daughter Brolgas, 2023
4741-22
acrylic on bark
202 x 110 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Gaṉmilmil, 2022; 7103-22; acrylic on bark; 224 x 98 cm; enquire
Gaṉmilmil, 2022
7103-22
acrylic on bark
224 x 98 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Ḏulk, 2023; 3254-23; acrylic on bark; 215 x 92 cm; enquire
Ḏulk, 2023
3254-23
acrylic on bark
215 x 92 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Yenhu Banbay, 2022; 5997-22; acrylic on bark; 197 x 115 cm; enquire
Yenhu Banbay, 2022
5997-22
acrylic on bark
197 x 115 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Ḏingu, 2023; 2191-23; acrylic on bark; 207 x 85 cm; enquire
Ḏingu, 2023
2191-23
acrylic on bark
207 x 85 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Warramiri, 2023; 4673-23; acrylic on bark; 204.5 x 83.5 cm; enquire
Warramiri, 2023
4673-23
acrylic on bark
204.5 x 83.5 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Lillies, 2023; 1825-23; acrylic on bark; 206.5 x 70 cm; enquire
Lillies, 2023
1825-23
acrylic on bark
206.5 x 70 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Wakwak, 2023; 234-23; acrylic on bark; 185.5 x 98 cm; enquire
Wakwak, 2023
234-23
acrylic on bark
185.5 x 98 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Wakwak, 2023; 4313-23; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 330 x 60 x 60 cm; enquire
Wakwak, 2023
4313-23
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
330 x 60 x 60 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Ganbulabula at Gulkula, 2022; 8125-22; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 302 x 36 x 36 cm; enquire
Ganbulabula at Gulkula, 2022
8125-22
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
302 x 36 x 36 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Gulyalayala, 2022; 8521-22; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 294 x 38 x 38 cm; enquire
Gulyalayala, 2022
8521-22
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
294 x 38 x 38 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Garraŋali, 2023; 3661-23; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 276 x 26 x 26 cm; enquire
Garraŋali, 2023
3661-23
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
276 x 26 x 26 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Djirikitj, 2023; 3980-23; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 254 x 28 x 28 cm; enquire
Djirikitj, 2023
3980-23
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
254 x 28 x 28 cm
Dhambit Munuŋgurr Bees at Gangan, 2023; 7579-22; acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta; 213 x 25 x 25 cm; enquire
Bees at Gangan, 2023
7579-22
acrylic on Eucalyptus Tetradonta
213 x 25 x 25 cm