“Milpatjunany – Drawing in the Sand” by Mantuwa Treacle of Kaltjiti Arts

These amazing handmade wool area rugs by Better World Arts are the result of a collaboration between Australian indigenous people and craftsman from the remote Himalayan region of Kashmir.  Focusing on fine art instead of predictable commercialised Aboriginal images, they harness powerful stories from the traditional artists of the APY Lands in the remote Northwest corner of South Australia. 

These area rugs are wool on one side and plain canvas on the back.  Please note, this is not a thick  rug,  its is best laid over a rubber anti-slip mat or used as a wall hanging.

The design for this area rug comes from an aboriginal painting by Mantuwa Treacle.  Mantuwa is influenced stylistically by Milpatjunany – drawing in the sand, which is a way of passing on traditional knowledge about law and culture as well as country.  In the past, survival meant knowing and understanding every aspect of living off the land and in particular the food and water sources. Visual representation through sand drawings gave clarity to the stories through images.

Better World Arts recognizes that culture is strengthened when traditional skills and life styles are valued and supported. Its creator, Carolyn Wilson, aims to create innovative products which support local communities culturally and economically, and engage the global marketplace. 

• Made from renewable resources
• Non-toxic materials
• Fair Trade practices

Rug Size: 1.2metres wide x 1.8metres long.

Shipping Time Aprox. 2-3 weeks if in stock. Please email us to check current availability.