Rover (Julama) Thomas (c1926-98) Australia (Aboriginal)
Biographical Information
Born in 1926 in the Kintore Ranges on the Northern Territory/Western Australian border, Rover Thomas moved to Sturt Creek in Western Australia at the age of 10 and trained to be a jackaroo, later becoming a stockman. A contemporary Aboriginal painter, he was known for his use of ochres and unique 'colour-field' style. Thomas's work has first exhibited in 1987 and was included in the Venice Biennale in 1990. His work is represented in the National Gallery of Australia and several state galleries. Rover Thomas died in 1998 Edit or add to this biography
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All That Big Rain Coming from the Top Side 1991
Natural earth pigments and synthetic binder on canvas, 180 x 120 cm
Aboriginal Art, Sotheby's Australia, Melbourne.
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| Total number sold | Number with images | Highest price | Recent average price* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 231 | 215 | A$778,750 | A$64,598 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | 3 | A$15,600 | N/A |
| Prints & Graphics | 36 | 27 | A$10,200 | A$2,203 |
| Objects | 1 | 1 | A$10,575 | N/A |
* Calculated on sales over the last three years, where there are a sufficient number of sales over that period.
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