Pioneer Arts - Stage 5

Pioneer Arts - Stage 5

Featuring paintings by Philip Yobale (1978/1980-2009)

Philip Yobale was born in Chimbu Province in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea.

Like Kawage, he was introduced into the fine arts tradition by the Beiers at the National Art Gallery.

Philip Yobale was born in Chimbu Province in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea. Like Kawage, he was introduced into the fine arts tradition by the Beiers at the National Art Gallery.

He completed his Bachelor of Education at the University of Goroka and then got his Diploma in fine Arts at the University of Papua New Guinea.  His paintings were mostly based on the social themes regarding poverty and politics. He was an active vocal advocate on social issues that affects him.

He won the German Mission Art Advancement Award in 1999 and in 2000 his work titled “Spirit Dance” was secured by the National Gallery of Australia, in the Australasian Art Collection.

His finely detailed paintings were done with watercolor and ink on paper, inspired by contemporary myths and legends.

Unfortunately he passed away in 2009, otherwise it would be a privilege today to see his wonderful arts exhibited around the world. Most of his paintings were bought and are being exhibited by private collectors in PNG and overseas.

Stamp Set
K1.20 - Fish Berserk
K1.20 - Facing Faces
K6.00 - Face without eye
K8.00 - Regiana Bird of Paradise

RETAIL PRICE K16.40

Sheetlet
K1.20 - Art 1 (No name)
K1.20 - Art 2 (No name)
K6.00 - Art 3 (No name)
K8.00 - Art 4 (No name)

RETAIL PRICE K16.40

Souvenir Sheet
K10.00 - On-looking eyes