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Kalaru Silk Scarf by Nancy Nyanjilpayi Chapman

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Australian label One of Twelve collaborates with emerging and established artists from the Asia Pacific region to produce high quality, wearable works of art.

Presented in a beautiful gift box, this 100% silk satin scarf features a double sided print of Nancy Nyanjilpayi Chapman's artwork 'Kalaru' which depicts the edible native succulent kalaru (samphire). Kalaru grows in abundance around the warla (salt lakes) and lyinji (clay pans) of Chapman’s Country. The plant sheds edible black seeds that are collected, rinsed many times over, ground into a flour, then used to make damper. It is a time consuming dish that is still created for special occasions today.

Chapman’s painting practice is defined by a similar commitment to process. In this work, the delicate fanning of kalaru fronds gently frame Chapman’s meticulously fine dot work, representing a cache of jewel-like seeds. Chapman’s masterful use of colour and layering add a depth and movement to the work that seems to ripple with the motion of winnowing.

100% silk satin scarf
Hand rolled edges
Double sided print
Licensed art by Nancy Nyanjilpayi Chapman
Designed in Australia
110 x 110cm

Format: Hardcover

Dimensions: 20cm x 15cm x 1 cm

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