The Warrior

Number : 4
Artist : Tom Deko
Material : steel
Year Created : 1998
Special Note : Purchased by Walcha Council
Artist's Location : Papua New Guinea
Type : Sculpture
Size : 2.4 x 2.0 x 3.3m
Extra_info : 1998 Blackfellows Gully Workshop was sponsored by local sculptor/artist, Stephen King who hosted these artists on his property 'Blackfellows Gully' in the lead up to the 1998 'Sculpture by the Sea'. THE SCULPTURE This steel sculpture is a rendering of traditional New Guinean imagery. Made in Walcha and purchased by Walcha Council THE ARTIST Tom Deko comes from remote PNG. He was visiting Australia to exhibit in 'Sculpture by the Sea - 1998' and was hosted by Stephen King on his property near Walcha where a subsequent sculpture workshop was held.
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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