Business Details
17 Years
experience
Authentic Aboriginal Art Gallery in Western Australia
Established in 2009, Tunbridge Gallery has dedicated itself to promoting Aboriginal art through ethical practices and direct partnerships with Aboriginal-owned art centres across Western Australia, South Australia, and the Northern Territory. Our curated collection reflects over 15 years of building trust-based relationships with remote communities, ensuring artists receive proper recognition and support. We specialise in authentic Aboriginal art spanning emerging talent to significant works for collectors, accompanied by educational initiatives that connect clients with the cultural stories behind each piece.Our services include art advisory, corporate gifting, framing, restoration, and guided community visits that offer immersive experiences into the art-making process. Committed to accessibility, we cater to first-time buyers and institutions alike while maintaining rigorous standards of provenance verification for secondary market consignments.
Services
Aboriginal Art Sales
Art Advisory
Cultural Education
Community Tours
Art Restoration
Framing Services
Secondary Sales
Corporate Gifting
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 15+ years building ethical partnerships with Aboriginal art centres
- Direct sourcing ensures artist recognition and community support
- Curated collection spanning emerging talent to institutional works
- Educational programs connecting clients with cultural heritage
- Verified provenance for all secondary market consignments
Services
Aboriginal Art Sales
Curated selection of authentic Aboriginal artworks from remote communities across Australia. Features emerging artists and significant pieces for collectors. Each artwork comes with cultural context and provenance documentation. Ethical sourcing ensures direct support to Aboriginal-owned art centres.
Cultural Education
Educational initiatives explaining Aboriginal art history and cultural significance. Includes guided community visits to witness art creation processes. Programs connect clients with Jukurrpa (Dreaming) stories and traditional techniques like natural fibre dyeing.
Community Tours
Specialised tours to Aboriginal communities in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Small group access to art centres like Spinifex Arts Project. Includes direct interaction with artists and immersive cultural experiences of land and storytelling traditions.
Secondary Sales
Consignment service for authentic Aboriginal artworks with provenance verification. Expert assessment of artwork history and cultural significance. Facilitates ethical resale while maintaining artist recognition and community benefit connections.
Art Advisory
Personalised guidance for art collection development. Services include corporate gifting solutions, wedding registry options, and institutional acquisitions. Expertise in matching artworks with client preferences while maintaining cultural integrity and ethical standards.
People
Julienne Penny
Director
With over 15 years' experience in Aboriginal art curation, Julienne leads ethical sourcing initiatives and community partnerships. She manages provenance verification and advises collectors on culturally significant acquisitions.
Questions
How do you ensure artworks are ethically sourced?
We maintain direct partnerships with Aboriginal-owned art centres and verify provenance for all pieces. Our ethical engagement policy prioritises fair compensation and community benefit.
Can I visit Aboriginal art communities?
Yes, we organise small group tours to remote communities like Tjuntjuntjara, offering immersive experiences with artists and cultural custodians in Western Australia's outback.
Do you sell artworks internationally?
While based in Australia, we facilitate global shipping and have worked with international collectors since 2009, ensuring artworks reach private and institutional clients worldwide.
What art types are available?
Our collection includes acrylic paintings on canvas, fibre weaving, and works using traditional natural dyes. We represent both emerging artists and established names from multiple regions.
How are artists supported?
Direct sourcing ensures artists receive proper recognition and financial benefit. We maintain long-term relationships with art centres to support community development and cultural preservation.
Do you offer art restoration?
Yes, we provide professional restoration services for Aboriginal artworks, including canvas repair and pigment stabilisation, conducted by specialists with cultural sensitivity training.
Reviews (1)
Amy Sobol
Oct 18, 2014
Report
A great variety of wonderful works. Definitely worth a visit to either Margaret River or Subiaco store!
