CUSHION COVER WOOL 40cm

These beautiful, unique textiles are a cross -cultural collaboration combining Aboriginal designs and tradional Kashmiri handicraft. The chain-stitched (Gabba in local Kashmiri) cushions are hand stitched by

rural folk in remote villages in one specific region of Kashmir. Over generations they have honed their skills and refined their hand crafted produce. Only the most skilful artisans can faithfully reproduce the images we send to them. Aboriginal artists in remote regions in Australia, as well as others living in the cities, benefit from regular royalties paid monthly, as well as using these products to tell other people about their rich cultural heritage. 

ARTIST: Willie Wilson

Willie's painting depicts his country in remote North Western South Australia on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yantkunytjatjara Lands. It is a tjukurpa creation story. The ngintaka (perentie) is a large monitor lizard that lives that lives in burrows under the ground. Thye are an important totemic animla for Anangu people. The vibrant palette and bright colours are inherent in the desert landscape. He is influenced by his bush skills and his intimate knowledge of country.