Elliott Ronald Bull (1942–1979) was an Aboriginal Australian artist who produced 2,000 works throughout his life. He is described by the Australian Dictionary of Biography as "a significant figure in the regional history of Aboriginal Australia".[1]
Elliott Ronald Bull | |
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| Born | 22 August 1942 |
| Died | 8 September 1979 |
| Resting place | Emerald cemetery, Macclesfield |
| Known for | Aboriginal Australian art |
Much of Bull's works feature elements of Aboriginal identity and landscapes. His artistic works have often compared to those created by artist Albert Namatjira.[2]
Once while serving a prison sentence in Pentridge Prison, Bull painted a mural on the walls of his cell in 1960. This mural is considered one of Bull's most notable and important works.[2]
Many sources relating to Bull's life are held by the National Library of Australia.[3]
References
edit- ^ Kleinert, Sylvia, "Elliott Ronald Bull (1942–1979)", Australian Dictionary of Biography, Canberra: National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, retrieved 2024-06-03
- ^ a b "NITV Remembers - Artist Ronald E Bull". NITV. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
- ^ "[Biographical cuttings on Ronald Elliott Bull, Aboriginal landscape painter, containing one or more... - Catalogue | National Library of Australia". catalogue.nla.gov.au. Retrieved 2024-06-03.