Bust of 'Buckwheat' Edward Cowley
Sofia Tekela-Smith (New Zealander, b.1970), Artist 2003-2004 © All rights reserved See full details
Object Detail
Description
Like Sophia Tekela-Smith, Edward Cowley is of Rotuman Island decent. A celebrated drag queen, Buckwheat is Edward Cowley’s alter-ego.
Title
Bust of 'Buckwheat' Edward Cowley
Production date
2003-2004
Media
fibreglass, acrylic, pounamu, black pearl, waxed thread
Measurements
Bust: 370 x 235 x 50 mm ( h x w x d )
Pendant : 620 mm ( length of cord )
Pendant: 60 mm ( diameter )
Pendant : 620 mm ( length of cord )
Pendant: 60 mm ( diameter )
Credit line
Collection of The Dowse Art Museum, purchased 2004
Accession number
2004.4.2
