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Mulkun Wirrpanda

Also known as: Mulkun Wirrpanda; primary name: Wirrpanda, Mulkun
Details: individual; painter/draughtsman; Indigenous Australian; Female
Life dates: 31/12/46-
Address: Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre PO Box 570 Nhulunbuy, NT 0881 Australia
Biography: Born 1946 and member of Dhudi-Djapu clan, Dhuwa moiety, associated with homeland of Dhuruputjpi. Senior artist and elder of her clan and acknowledged leader. Work focuses on natural earth pigments to paint on bark, memorial poles, didjeridus as well as ceramics. Also a carver, weaver and print maker. Works exhibited throughout Australia and Asia.