Ken Unsworth, Zone of Wistful Thoughts (detail), 1984, suspended riverstones, motorised propellers, black silk banners. Donated to the MRAG Collection through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program by Ken Unsworth, 2023

STICKS AND STONES: EARTH AND BONES

June 28 2025 — October 19 2025

For millennia, sticks, stones, earth, and bones have been the foundation materials of creative expression. Ken Unsworth, one of Australia’s most respected artists, is well known for incorporating these materials in his sculptural installations, including his kinetic work Zone of Wistful Thoughts, which he donated to MRAG in 2023. We will showcase this iconic installation alongside works from our collection and a selection of stunning loaned pieces inspired by these earthy materials.