Cushion Cover - Karina Coombes (medium)

Yirrikipayi (Crocodile) is a Tiwi term for salt-water crocodile, the largest living reptile and fiercest predator in the world. The 'Yirrikipayi' holds great cultural significance for the Tiwi people. Karina made detailed repetition of the triangle which illustrates the pattern of the saltwater crocodile's skin and its awe inspiring teeth.

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.

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Please note there may be slight variations in the design and colour of the cushion.