Off to the Gulf
Art ART41011 Gulf War, 1990-1991This is one of a series of works called 'Rushing off to the Gulf', it deals with Australia's willingness to support greater powers in their conflicts. 'Off to the Gulf' reflects the impetuous and thri
Saddam Hussein on a rhinoceros Accession Number: ART41010
Description
This is one of a series of works by the sculptor Gay Hawkes, called 'Rushing off to the Gulf', dealing with Australia's willingness to support greater powers in their conflicts. It depicts 'Saddam Hussein on a rhinoceros' during the First Gulf War, as a threatening aggressor. Gay Hawkes (b.1942) is a sculptor and wood artist. Her unique sculpture is known for its highly imaginative and quirky qualities, using utilitarian objects and wood found in the bush and driftwood from the beaches of her native Tasmania.
Details
Accession Number
ART41010
Artist
Gay Hawkes
Classification
Art
Object Type
Sculpture
Physical Description
Medium: wood, paint, rusty iron, nails, twigs and grass
Measurement
Overall: 41 cm x 59.4 cm x 15 cm x 10 kg
Medium
wood, paint, rusty iron, nails, twigs and grass
Date Made
1990
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Purchased 1991
Copyright
AWM Licensed copyright
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