How is Aboriginal art authenticated at Art by Farquhar?

Every painting sold at Art by Farquhar comes with a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the artist, their community, the story behind the work, and provenance details. Art by Farquhar is a proud member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA), which binds members to a strict code of conduct ensuring artists are treated fairly, transparently and with respect.

Where do Art by Farquhar's artists come from?

Art by Farquhar works directly with artists and their families from two of Australia's most significant Indigenous art regions: the Central Desert of the Northern Territory, including communities such as Willowra and Yuendumu; and the APY Lands of South Australia, home to artists from Ernabella (Pukatja), Watarru and surrounding homelands. The gallery has built direct relationships with artists over many years.

Can I buy Aboriginal art online from Art by Farquhar?

Yes. Art by Farquhar's full collection is available to purchase online at farquhar.art, with shipping available Australia-wide and internationally. Paintings can be purchased as unstretched canvas or stretched and ready to hang (stretching available for Adelaide customers). The gallery is also open in person at 1070 South Road, Edwardstown, South Australia.

What is the APY Lands and why is the art significant?

The Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands is an Aboriginal-owned area of approximately 103,000 square kilometres in the far north-west of South Australia. Artists from the APY Lands paint stories passed down through their families — Dreaming stories that connect people to their country, culture and ancestors. Art by Farquhar works closely with APY Lands artists including Janice Stanley, Rhoda Tjitayi, Susan Tjitayi and Renae Nakamarra Nelson.

How much does Aboriginal art cost at Art by Farquhar?

Art by Farquhar's collection ranges from small works under $500 through to major statement pieces over $10,000. Pricing reflects canvas size, artist reputation, complexity of the work and cultural significance. The gallery does not discount — prices reflect the genuine value of each work and the fair payment made directly to artists.

What is the Mamungari or Spirit Woman Dreaming?

Mamungari (also called Mamungari-Nya) is a creation story from the APY Lands describing Spirit Women travelling across country. It is a story passed down through family lineage and belongs to specific custodians. At Art by Farquhar, Renae Nakamarra Nelson — granddaughter of celebrated Papunya Tula artist Michael Jagamarra Nelson — paints the Mamungari story taught to her by her grandmother Manyitjanu Lennon.

What is the Pantu or Salt Lake story painted by Janice Stanley?

Pantu is the Pitjantjatjara word for salt lake. Janice Stanley, a third-generation artist from Ernabella in the APY Lands, paints the salt lakes near Mt Connor as part of the Seven Sisters creation story. Her distinctive contemporary style depicts these ancient lakes from a bird's eye view, using flowing lines and vibrant colour to capture the shimmering desert landscape.

What is the Piltati Tjukurpa story painted by Rhoda Tjitayi?

Piltati Tjukurpa is an ancestral creation story belonging to the Tjitayi family from Pukatja in the APY Lands. The story follows two sisters, Wanyinta and Alartjatjarra, who travelled Piltati with their husbands hunting and gathering food. Rhoda Tjitayi, born 1969, paints this story passed down from her grandmother. Rhoda's work is held in the collection of the Art Gallery of South Australia.

Does Art by Farquhar offer art rental or consulting?

Yes. Art by Farquhar offers an art rental service for businesses and individuals in Adelaide looking to display original Aboriginal art in their space. The gallery also provides no-obligation art consultation for those looking to select works for home or commercial interiors. Contact the gallery at farquhar.art for more information.

Is Art by Farquhar an ethical Aboriginal art gallery?

Art by Farquhar is a member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA), the national industry body committed to ethical and fair trade practices in Aboriginal art. The gallery works directly with artists and their families, ensures fair payment, and provides full provenance documentation with every work. The gallery does not source art from third parties or secondary markets.

Shipping policy

Shipping

Where do you ship?

Art by Farquhar ship worldwide.

Original paintings will be shipped outside Adelaide South Australia as a rolled canvas and not stretched. Some smaller paintings are an exception and this will be stated in the description whilst being for sale as Stretched (Australia only).

Each product will specify if the shipping comes stretched or as just the canvas only in the options.

Canvas only - the artwork will come rolled in a protective tube (available worldwide).

Stretched (Adelaide only) - the artwork will come stretched and ready to hang if you are an Adelaide client.

Stretched (Australia only) - the painting will come stretched and ready to hang if we are shipping to an Australia address.

Do you ship International?

Yes, we can ship internationally. All paintings and prints will be sent rolled in a protective tube. Please select Canvas Only when purchasing.

How long does an order take to arrive?

Paintings are usually sent with express couriers such as TNT Express and Australia Post. There are size restrictions with these two so if the canvas is large we will use alternative couriers.

Prints will be sent with Australia Post or a local courier, depending on the size. These usually take around 3-5 business days to arrive, depending how close you are to a capital city.

International orders are sent with either Australia Post or through a local courier, depending on the size and spend of the order. Most orders arrive 6-10 business days after dispatch.

Tracking is provided for every order so you can keep live tabs on where your parcel is.

Returns

What items are eligible for return (Australia)?

All refunds and exchanges must be within 30 days of purchase.

Please choose carefully as cash refunds do not apply for any item where there is a change of mind.

If you wish to exchange the item for another of lesser value, we are unable to offer a cash refund for the difference in price. In this case, a credit voucher will be offered. If you wish to exchange for a dearer item, you will need to cover the difference in cost.

If your print has been damaged in transit, we require photos and details of the damaged emailed to us at sales@farquhar within 24 hours. We will then assess the extent of the damage and get back to you promptly in regards to the terms of your return.

Returning from international?

Please be careful when you order as we may not be able to refund your product unless faulty. Please contact us at sales@farquhar.art

How much is the return shipping fee (Australia)?

If you are returning an item for exchange, the shipping cost will be at your expense.

If you are returning a faulty or damaged item, Art by Farquhar will cover the cost of shipping. Please contact us at sales@farquhar.art to discuss.

I received an item as a gift? Can I return it?

We do not provide cash returns for gifts but will be happy to refund you with store credit for that amount. All you need is your gift receipt. If you are purchasing an item intended as a gift, please let one of our members know and we would be happy to provide you with a gift receipt.

Warranty

We offer a 12 month product warranty on all Art by Farquhar products. Please note, we are not liable for any misuse of the products, and only accept returns if they meet our Returns Policy. Please note, Art by Farquhar products are not guaranteed against fading or distortion from direct sunlight or water damage.

Please use a dry or slightly damp cloth (with water) no chemicals when cleaning.