ANCESTORS FOOTSTEPS Art Leven - 17 Thurlow St, Gadigal, Redfern, NSW 2016 14 December 2023 - 13 January 2024 Viewing Room ANCESTORS FOOTSTEPS Artist: Joshua Bonson 14 December 2023 - 13 January 2024 Art Leven - 17 Thurlow St, Gadigal, Redfern, NSW 2016 JOSHUA BONSON Ancestors Footsteps Opening: Thursday 14 December, 6-8pm The minute I was flying over the ocean heading to the islands I could feel my ancestors with me. We were all filled with excitement and joy. Joshua Bonson is a three-time finalist in the Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (2007, 2008, 2013). He won the Top End NAIDOC Artist of the Year in 2013, and followed it up by winning the Young Achievers Award NT main prize, as well as Artist of the year in 2014. His work is held in National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, the Kerry Stokes Collection, Perth, and the TOGA Contemporary Art Collection in Australian and Berlin, to name a few. Standing in my Ancestor’s Footsteps is his third Solo Exhibition with Cooee Art Leven. View Catalogue JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE price AU$8,500.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$5,500.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: ARAFURA SEA price AU$4,400.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: KOEDAL SALTWATER CROCODILE price AU$3,000.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEAN'S RHYTHM TORRES STRAIT price AU$800.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$600.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: A CELEBRATION OF MY COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: TORRES STRAIT Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: MY TOTEM price AU$6,000.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$5,500.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$4,400.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: KOEDAL SALTWATER CROCODILE price AU$2,500.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$600.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$600.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEAN'S RHYTHM TORRES STRAIT Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEANS RHYTHM TORRES STRAIT Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: SHIFTING TIDES price AU$5,500.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEANS RHYTHM price AU$4,400.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$4,400.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$2,200.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN price AU$600.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN Sold AU$600.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEAN CURRENTS Sold AU$0.00 JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: OCEANS RHYTHM TORRES STRAIT Sold AU$0.00 EX Ancestors Footsteps

Artist Profile for Peterson Nganjmirra < Back Peterson Nganjmirra Peterson Nganjmirra ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE top Anchor 1 PROFILE Peterson Nganjmirra ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

Artist Profile for Bernadine Johnson < Back Bernadine Johnson Bernadine Johnson ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE top Anchor 1 PROFILE Bernadine Johnson ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

Artist Profile for Melissa Napangardi Williams < Back Melissa Napangardi Williams Melissa Napangardi Williams ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE top Anchor 1 PROFILE Melissa Napangardi Williams ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

FIRST NATIONS FINE ART AUCTION Art Leven - 17 Thurlow St, Redfern, Gadigal / Sydney Tuesday 17th June 2025 AEST 7:00pm Viewing Room FIRST NATIONS FINE ART AUCTION Important Works by First Nations Artists Tuesday 17th June 2025 AEST 7:00pm Art Leven - 17 Thurlow St, Redfern, Gadigal / Sydney Tuesday night’s auction was a resounding affirmation of the strength and resilience of the Australian market for top-tier First Nations artists, achieving an impressive 75% clearance rate by volume—almost double that of other recent First Nations auctions. The energy in the room was serious, with many of the country’s leading consultants and collectors in attendance, reinforcing the depth of local engagement with this important sector. While a few key international buyers were momentarily unreachable for works they had registered interest in—understandable with global attention drawn to both Art Basel’s VIP preview and the G7 Summit—it was heartening to see such robust bidding from Australian collectors. Only five of the sold works went overseas, highlighting the passion and commitment of our domestic base. We’re incredibly grateful for their continued support, which ensures the market remains vibrant, confident, and future-facing. The withdrawal of 18 lots the day before the auction gave us an opportunity to refine the offering, allowing the strongest works to take centre stage. The decision was made in the best interest of all parties, and we’re confident those works will have their moment in the spotlight soon. This strategic decision paid off, helping us deliver a focused and compelling sale. We are incredibly grateful to the artists, vendors, collectors, and advisors who continue to place their trust in us. Their ongoing commitment ensures the First Nations art market remains vibrant, confident, and forward-looking—despite the ever-changing global context. VIEW AUCTION RESULTS ONLINE AUCTION RESULTS PDF VIEW PDF CATALOGUE Auction 17

TESTIMONIALS Jorgen Lotz “I have purchased a number of pieces from you and have always been treated very friendly and professionally. No hesitation in dealing with Art Leven Gallery in the future" Osman Shajahan “Art Leven Gallery has an amazing collection. I came to find out when I was searching for works by a particular artist I couldn’t find anywhere else at that time." Angela Stasinopoulou “We had a wonderful experience at Art Leven gallery while visiting Sydney. Hayley helped us find a beautiful and unique piece of art and shipped it safely halfway across the world to the UK for us" "This is an amazing gallery devoted to Aboriginal art and committed to strong ethics with respect to the artists, as a member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia. We had a wonderful time learning about the art and purchasing a couple pieces with the managing director, Mirri Leven. She was so patient and kind, taking the time to learn our interests and guide us toward pieces of interest. Though there was an exhibit for one current artist, there are numerous other pieces for sale from up-and-coming artists to very well-established, well-known artists. I'm so glad we found this gallery tucked away in Redfern! Highly recommended if interested in Aboriginal art!" Pxxx Bxxx We had a wonderful experience at Cooee Art Leven Gallery while visiting Sydney. Hayley helped us find a beautiful and unique piece of art and shipped it safely halfway across the world to the UK for us. Thank you again! Angela Stasinopoulou I have purchased a beautiful artwork from Cooee Art Leven. Staff were a delight to deal with and made the process effortless. Speedy delivery of the work has been arranged to Melbourne in less than a week. Very happy with the service provided. Sharon Maclure I have purchased a number of pieces from you and have always been treated very friendly and professionally. No hesitation in dealing with Cooee Art Leven Gallery in the future. Jorgen Lotz Cooee Art Leven is absolutely wonderful to deal with, couldn’t have had better service. I’m in love with my two new indigenous pieces. I’ll now always look first for any indigenous items from Cooee Art Leven. Genuine pieces and well priced, and so well packed for interstate delivery. I wish I lived near their shop, as I’d love to view their shop and gallery in person. Thanks again! You’re the best! Leonie Thomas Cooee Art Gallery has an amazing collection. I came to find out when I was searching for works by a particular artist I couldn’t find anywhere else at that time. I will definitely make an appointment when I’m in Sydney but I’m afraid my bank account won’t take it kindly. I must add they are great to deal with too and the piece I ordered was shipped to Melbourne within a short time. Osman ShaJahan Fantastic to deal with. I live in Darwin and the service was outstanding. Shipping and packaging was great, no damage when the pictures arrived. It is very nice to deal with people who clearly love what they do and are extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend Cooee Art to any collector or lover of great art. Andy Salmon FEATURED LOTS | BARK PAINTINGS FIRST NATIONS FINE ART AUCTION III | 2025 Carol Puruntatameri: Tiwi Bark Painter and Custodian of Story

Artist Profile for Mervyn Street < Back Mervyn Street Mervyn Street ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE MERVYN STREET - UNTITLED SOLD AU$3,400.00 top Anchor 1 PROFILE Mervyn Street ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

Artist Profile for Angelina Pwerle Ngal < Back Angelina Pwerle Ngal Angelina Pwerle Ngal c.1939 Also known as: Angleina Ngale, Angelina Pwerle Community: Utopia, Camel Camp Outstation: Alhalkere Language: Anmatyerre ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS Born sometime between 1937 and 1949 (records are uncertain), Angelina Ngal (Ngale, Kngale ), also known as Angelina Pwerle (1), is one of the most celebrated artists from the Utopia region in Central Australia. A senior Anmatyerr woman, she resides at Camel Camp, an outstation at the southern edge of Utopia, where she continues to create her highly intricate, minimalist artworks. Pwerle and Ngal are not last names in the Western sense of a shared family name, but skin-names referring to her kinship relationships. Utopia sits on the language boundary between Anmatyerr and Alyawarr. In Alyawarr country Angelina is referred to as Pwerle, and in Anmatyerr country she is referred to as Ngal. When asked about the difference between the two skin names, Angelina told the author: "Pwerle is the same as Ngale, just in another language."(2) Interestingly, the artist speaks only Anmatyerr and would therefore likely refer to herself as Ngal , while some institutions, including New York's MoMa prefer the use of Pwerle. READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY SOLD AU$34,000.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY SOLD AU$32,000.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - BUSH PLUM AT AHARLPER Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY SOLD AU$32,000.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - UNTITLED ( BUSH RAISIN MAN) SOLD AU$3,000.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - AHARLPER COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - BUSH PLUM COUNTRY Sold AU$0.00 top Anchor 1 PROFILE Angelina Pwerle Ngal c.1939 Also known as: Angleina Ngale, Angelina Pwerle Community: Utopia, Camel Camp Outstation: Alhalkere Language: Anmatyerre Born sometime between 1937 and 1949 (records are uncertain), Angelina Ngal (Ngale, Kngale ), also known as Angelina Pwerle (1), is one of the most celebrated artists from the Utopia region in Central Australia. A senior Anmatyerr woman, she resides at Camel Camp, an outstation at the southern edge of Utopia, where she continues to create her highly intricate, minimalist artworks. Pwerle and Ngal are not last names in the Western sense of a shared family name, but skin-names referring to her kinship relationships. Utopia sits on the language boundary between Anmatyerr and Alyawarr. In Alyawarr country Angelina is referred to as Pwerle, and in Anmatyerr country she is referred to as Ngal. When asked about the difference between the two skin names, Angelina told the author: "Pwerle is the same as Ngale, just in another language." (2) Interestingly, the artist speaks only Anmatyerr and would therefore likely refer to herself as Ngal , while some institutions, including New York's MoMa prefer the use of Pwerle. The artist’s creative journey began in the 1980s, producing batiks through the Utopia Women’s Batik Group alongside her sisters, Kathleen and Poly Ngal. These works were created under the guidance of Rodney Gooch, who coordinated workshops through the Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association (CAAMA). During the pivotal 1988–89 CAAMA Summer Project, she transitioned to acrylic painting, transferring her refined batik-making skills onto canvas. Her first paintings were included in the groundbreaking Utopia Women’s Art exhibition in Alice Springs in 1990, marking her entry into the broader art world. Angelina’s art is rooted in her grandfather’s Country, Aharlper, and centres on Anwekety (Bush Plum Dreaming), a subject of profound cultural, social, and ceremonial significance. "I paint anwekety – bush plum. Little flowers ... after the rain and seeds. That’s my country, Ahalper.”(3) Her paintings convey themes of nourishment—both physical and spiritual—and celebrate the interconnectedness of land, knowledge, and memory. Early works feature clusters of red dots symbolising the Bush Plum, surrounded by layers of meticulously rendered coloured dots. Over time, her style evolved into finely detailed, abstract compositions that hint at sacred landmarks, ceremonial activities, and the ephemeral beauty of the landscape. Despite her steady rise in international prominence, Angelina Ngal’s recognition in Australia has been comparatively slow. Her work has featured in prestigious exhibitions such as Marking the Infinite: Contemporary Women Artists from Aboriginal Australia (USA and Canada, 2016-2019), Know My Name: Australian Women Artists 1900 to Now at the National Gallery of Australia, and the upcoming The Shape of Time: Art and Ancestors of Oceania at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her paintings are held in major public and private collections worldwide, including the National Museum of Art in Osaka, Japan, and The Debra and Dennis Scholl Collection in Miami, USA. In 2023, Angelina’s work was showcased at Art Basel Miami and toured internationally with The Met’s touring exhibition The Shape of Time: Art and Ancestors of Oceania exhibition. Her enduring connection to Country and her unparalleled attention to detail make her a cult favourite among collectors and institutions. As noted in the Financial Times, she is an insider’s secret, “‘If [Emily] Kngwarreye is the A-lister and [Daniel] Walbidi is the rising star, then Angelina Pwerle is the cult favourite – one on whom a growing number of institutions and collectors are quietly placing bets."(4) What sets Ngal apart from her contemporaries is her exceptional ability to capture the essence of her Country and Altyerr, a skill particularly evident in her intricate dot paintings that vividly evoke Ahalper and Anwekety. According to the artist herself, “This is a constant engagement. This is a spiritual connection to place [...] My Bush Plum paintings represent the whole thing: all of Country.”(5) ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Angelina Ngal's artworks first appeared at auction in 2000, initially under the name Angelina Pwerle. The name change followed linguist Jenny Green's revised nomenclature for Eastern Desert Artists introduced between 2005 and 2006, leading to some confusion in market records. She has since been represented by several dealers and galleries, including Don Holt at Delmore Downs, Mark Gooch at Mbantua Gallery, Bill Nutall at Niagara Gallery, and Lauraine Diggins at Fine Art Gallery. Her market profile was established in 2000 when a remarkable rendition of her bush plum works sold for $6,325 at Christie's in Melbourne. Measuring 177 x 176 cm, this painting would be valued at close to $30,000 today. By 2004, her auction record had increased to $14,000, set by Christie’s for a similarly sized work. This marked a substantial increase in her work's unit price from $20/sq.cm to $46/sq.cm within four years, reflecting her growing reputation and demand. A significant benchmark was set in 2007 when Lawson~Menzies sold her painting Spring Flowers at Arlpara 2007, a 150 x 374 cm canvas, for $38,400. This sale from Lauraine Diggins provenance was strategic, establishing a solid market benchmark for her work. In 2010, Deutscher & Hackett auctioned another significant piece, measuring 183 x 183 cm with Niagara Gallery provenance, which sold for $17,400, below its $25,000 primary market value but still a commendable sale. Her auction records continued to evolve, with a piece from the Laverty Collection achieving $18,000 in 2015, becoming her fourth highest record price. In 2016, Mossgreen sold a piece from the Helen Reid collection, establishing her sixth highest record. Her seventh highest record was set in 2017 when Arnekwety Place Viii 2002 sold for $12,182. As a meticulous painter who has been given opportunities to create large-scale works, Angelina Ngal has consistently been featured in prestigious national art prizes. Ranked as the 120th most successful artist, with her peak at the 30th in 2016, her ascent into the top 100 is imminent, marking her as a prominent and increasingly influential figure in the art world. Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

Artist Profile for Alan Jameison < Back Alan Jameison Alan Jameison ARTIST PROFILE ARTIST CV MARKET ANALYSIS READ FULL ARTIST PROFILE ALAN JAMIESON - WATI KALAYA SOLD AU$6,500.00 top Anchor 1 PROFILE Alan Jameison ARTIST CV Market Analysis MARKET ANALYSIS Disclaimer: At Cooee Art Leven, we strive to maintain accurate and respectful artist profiles. Despite our efforts, there may be occasional inaccuracies. We welcome any corrections or suggested amendments. Please contact us with your feedback .

TjakamarraFred Fred Tjakamarra Fred Tjakamarra 1926 - 2006 Born in c1926, Fred Tjakamarra started painting in the mid 1980s, producing a large body of paintings and prints for Warlayirti Artists in Balgo Hills. He passed away in 2006 at the age of 80. Collections: Aboriginal Art Museum, The Netherlands. Berndt Museum of Anthropology, University of Western Australia. John Curtin Art Collection, Curtin University. Kluge Ruhe Collection, USA. Laverty Collection. The Kelton Foundation, Santa Monica, USA. University of Western Australia. Group Exhibitions: 2014 - Balgo: Past and Present, featuring Bai Bai Napangarti , Brian Mudgedell , Christine Yukenbarri , Donkeyman Lee Tjupurrula , Dulcie Nanala , Elizabeth Gordon , Elizabeth Nyumi , Eubena Nampitjin , Eva Joan Nagomara , Francis Ann Nowee , Fred Tjakamarra , Garaldine Nowee , Geraldine Nowee , Graham Gordon , Helicopter , Jane Gimme , Jimmy Njamme , John Lee Tjakamarra , Johnny Gordon Downs , Kathleen Padoon , Lady Gordon , Lucy Yukenbarri , Mick Gill , Millie Nampijin Skeen , Miriam Baadjo , Nancy Naninyurra , Nora Wompi , Rosie Nanyuma , Suzie Bootja Bootja , Theresa Nowee , Willy Billabong , Yukenbarri Imelda Gugaman , at Coo-ee Art Gallery, Sydney. 2006 - Warlayirti Suite, Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne; All about art, Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne 2005 - Chefs d'Oeuvre - Maitres du Desert, Galerie DAD, Mantes-la-Jolie, France; Balgo 2005, Gallery Gabrielle Pizzi, Melbourne. 2004 - EXPLAINED, A closer look at Aboriginal art, Aboriginal Art Museum, Utrecht, The Netherlands. 2003 - Christmas Gift Exhibition, Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne. 2002 - An Artists Survey, Balgo Hills, at Hogarth Galleries, Paddington. 2001 - Salon ART PARIS, Arts d'Australie, Stéphane Jacob / Carrousel du Louvre, Paris. 1999 - Australie – Art, Arts d'Australie, Stéphane Jacob / J.L. Amsler - Bastille, Paris. 1997 - L’Art des Aborigènes d’Australie, Arts d'Australie, Stéphane Jacob / Galerie de Stassart, Bruxelles; L’Art des Aborigènes d’Australie, Arts d'Australie, Stéphane Jacob / Espace Paul Riquet, Béziers. 1994, The Eleventh National Aboriginal Art Award Exhibition, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Darwin. 1990, Aboriginal Art Exhibition, Dreamtime Gallery, Broadbeach, Qld.; 1990, Paintings from Kukatja Country, Deutcher Gallery, Melbourne; 1989, Warlayirti Artists, Birukmarri Gallery, Freemantle, WA. See market performance. Explore our artworks See some of our featured artworks below ANGELINA PWERLE NGAL - UNTITLED ( BUSH RAISIN MAN) Price AU$3,000.00 ALISON (JOJO) PURUNTATAMERI - WINGA (TIDAL MOVEMENT/WAVES) Out of stock LILY YIRDINGALI JURRAH HARGRAVES NUNGARRAYI - KURLURRNGALINYPA JUKURRPA Price From AU$13,500.00 BRONWYN BANCROFT - UNTITLED Out of stock JOSHUA BONSON - SKIN: A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE Price AU$8,500.00 BOOK - KONSTANTINA - GADIGAL NGURA Price From AU$99.00 FREDDIE TIMMS - MOONLIGHT VALLEY Price AU$35,000.00 NEIL ERNEST TOMKINS - BURN THERE, DON'T BURN THERE Price AU$7,000.00 SHOP NOW

We have a selection of significant artworks available for Private Treaty by a range of leading First Nations artists, including rare and important works by Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Lin Onus, Sally Gabori, Timo Hogan, Angelina Ngal and others. These pieces are not listed publicly and are offered to registered collectors. If there is a specific artist that you are interest in acquiring, we invite you to register your interest with us directly. EMILY KAME KNGWARREYE (EMILY KAM KNGWARRAY) & Other Important Artists by Private Treaty We have a selection of significant artworks available for Private Treaty by a range of leading First Nations artists, including rare and important works by Emily Kame Kngwarreye , Lin Onus , Sally Gabori , Timo Hogan, Angelina Ngal and others. These pieces are not listed publicly and are offered to registered collectors. Outside of Emily, if there is a specific artist that you are interest in acquiring, we invite you to register your interest with us directly at info@artleven.com To access the current catalogue of Emily Kame Kngwarreye paintings available for Private Treaty Register Here First name Last name Email REGISTER Thanks for registering your interest we will be in touch soon!

MINNIE SHOW FOR MINNIE PWERLE From 11 August to 11 September 2021 Viewing Room MINNIE SHOW FOR MINNIE PWERLE From 11 August to 11 September 2021 The bold linear patterns of stripes and curves throughout Minnie’s painting depicts the womens ceremonial body paint design. After smearing their bodies with animal fat, the women trace these designs onto their breasts,arms and thighs singing as each woman has a turn to be ‘painted up’. The songs are all related to the Dreamtime stories of the Awely-Womens ceremony demonstrates respect for the land and in performing these ceremonies they ensure well being and happiness within the communities.