John Coburn - Sacred Site 1987

John Coburn's "Sacred Site" series from 1987 draws inspiration from a confluence of influences, reflecting his deep connection to the Australian landscape, his reverence for Aboriginal spirituality, and his own artistic quest for expression.

Coburn first visited the heartland of the Northern Territory of Australia in the early 60's and 70's. The artist was deeply moved by the power and beauty of the Australian outback, particularly its sacred sites such as Uluro and The Olgas (Located alongside Uluru in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Kata Tjuta is a group of 36 rounded rock domes rising from the desert plains.). Coburn saw landscapes like Uluru (Ayers Rock) and other desert locations as ingrained with profound spiritual significance and ancestral presence. Coburn spent time with Aboriginal communities and learned about their deep connection to the land and its sacred sites. He incorporated the concept of "Dreaming" in his work, recognizing the landscape as a repository of ancestral stories and spirits.

Coburn used the "Sacred Site" series to explore his artistic vision, seeking to develop a distinctly Australian form of abstraction that resonated with the unique qualities of the land and its spiritual significance.

Materials - Multi-plate Silkscreen, Hand Finished by the Artist
Size - 22 × 35 3/5 × 1/5 in | 56 × 90.5 × 0.5 cm
Rarity - Limited edition of 100
Medium - Print
Condition - Pristine Condition
Signature - Hand-signed by artist, Signed & dated in black pencil, 'Coburn '87'. Titled lower centre , 'Sacred Site'. Inscribed with impression details
Certificate of authenticity - Included (one issued by gallery; one issued by authorized authenticating body)
Image rights - Image copyright The Artist