Life on First Breath

Number : 26
Artist : Victor Nui
Material : Red Cedar
Year Created : 1999 / installed 2005
Special Note : Sculpture by the Sea (1999) Donated by Sculpture by the Sea in 2005
Artist's Location : Tonga
Type : Sculpture
Size : 2.0 x 1.75m
Extra_info :
Carved from Red Cedar for 1999 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach, Sydney.

THE ARTIST:
Victor Nui is a Tongan artist known for his sculptures, particularly those created for "Sculpture by the Sea" events in Australia. He is recognised for his figurative work representing family and village life, and also for sculptures that explore themes of generational rhythm and DNA.

Located in the foyer of Walcha Hospital
Donated to Walcha by ‘Suclpture by the Sea’ in 2005

The artwork plaques for works were made possible by the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR)’s
Strengthening Rural Communities Program, supported by Arts North West.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Walcha region and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders – past, present and emerging – of the Dunghutti nation, and acknowledge the important role Indigenous Peoples continue to play within our community.

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