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Featuring Watiya Tjuta Tree artwork by renowned Aboriginal artist Mitjili, this beautifully hand-embroidered table runner shares an important Tjukurrpa (Dreaming) story from Ilyingaungau Country in the Gibson Desert. The Watiya Tjuta tree represents her father's Dreaming, knowledge that was passed down through generations by her mother, Tjunkayi Napaltjareri, through traditional storytelling and sand drawings.
Mitjili's distinctive artistic style reflects these teachings and her personal connection to Country. As she explains, "After I got married, my mother taught me my father's Tjukurrpa in the sand, that's what I'm painting on the canvas" - a woman's interpretation of an important Dreaming story.
Handcrafted with intricate wool embroidery on a cotton canvas base, this table runner brings texture, colour, and cultural storytelling to any dining or display setting.
Features
• Features Watiya Tjuta Tree artwork by Aboriginal artist Mitjili
• Royalties paid directly to the artist
• Artisanal hand-embroidered design
• Cotton canvas base with wool embroidered artwork
• Non-slip base lining
• Functional and decorative table styling piece
• Includes artist information on swing tag
• Plastic-free product
Materials
• Cotton Canvas
• Wool Embroidery
Dimensions
• 120 × 30 cm
Care Instructions
• Dry clean (Perc-clean) recommended
• Alternatively, spot clean with a damp cloth
Packaging
• Swing tag tied with string
• Includes artist information
Made In
• Kashmir
Perfect For
• Dining and entertaining
• Contemporary home styling
• Collecting Indigenous Australian art
• Thoughtful gifts and housewarming presents
• Adding colour, texture, and cultural storytelling to the home