Rock Pools Dreaming: Our Most Beloved Mainie Wearable Art Piece
Introducing our most beloved design in the Mainie collection, Rock Pools Dreaming.
Discover the timeless beauty of the "Rock Pools Dreaming" Australian Merino Wool Scarf, a captivating blend of luxurious comfort and rich cultural heritage.
This exquisite scarf features a traditional Aboriginal art design by Joy Nangala Brown, one of Australia’s most renowned Aboriginal women artists.
Mainie proudly presents this elegant wearable art piece as a testament to its trademark qualities: “Luxurious, Authentic, Unique.”
Features:
- 100% Woolmark Certified Fine Australian Merino Wool
- Generously sized 70cm wide by 180cm long
- Hand rolled hem and digitally printed to capture the hand painted look and feel of the original artwork
- Presented with detailed information about the original artwork and the artist
- Artwork ethically reproduced under licence, ensuring royalties are paid to the artist
The Artist: Joy Nangala Brown
Joy Nangala Brown was born in Alice Springs in 1966 and raised in the remote Tanami Desert region of Central Australia. She is deeply connected to her Pintupi and Warlpiri heritage, with her artistic journey inspired by her father, the successful Pintupi artist Pegleg Jampijinpa. Joy's artwork is a vibrant reflection of the Dreaming stories passed down through generations, capturing the essence of her ancestral homelands.
The Artwork: Yumari Jukurrpa (Yumari Dreaming)
The "Rock Pools Dreaming" scarf features the Yumari Jukurrpa, a Dreaming story set in the Gibson Desert. The artwork resplendent in the glorious sun-drenched colours of the Australian Outback, with its concentric circles symbolising rock holes, narrates the tale of a forbidden love between a Japaljarri man and a Nangala woman. This piece is not just a fashion accessory but an intricate storytelling canvas, bringing an ancient tales to contemporary wear.
Ethical and Sustainable Fashion
Mainie is committed to ethical sourcing and supporting traditional Aboriginal women artists to earn an independent income from their own work and keep alive their age-old cultural heritage for future generations. As an approved dealer member of the Indigenous Art Code, Mainie ensures that all business dealings with Aboriginal artist are fair and transparent. The original artworks are sourced from Aboriginal-owned art centres like the Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation, supporting economic empowerment and cultural preservation for isolated and remote Outback communities.
Fine Australian Merino Wool
Australian Merino wool is celebrated for its exceptional quality, softness, and durability. The Woolmark certification guarantees that this scarf meets the highest standards, offering a product that is not only luxurious but also ethically produced. Australian Merino wool is renowned for its fine and long fibres, ideal for creating smooth and comfortable textiles that are gentle on the skin.
Timeless Style
Mainie's "Rock Pools Dreaming" scarf is perfect for:
- Fashion lovers who appreciate ethically produced, high quality fashion items that blend luxury with cultural heritage.
- Stylish travellers seeking versatile, lightweight accessories that enhance their travel wardrobe.
- Discerning gift buyers looking for meaningful gifts that are a lasting reminder of Australia’s rich cultural tapestry.
What Makes Mainie Special
The Mainie fashion collection stands out with its distinct fusion of certified authentic Aboriginal art and premium natural textiles. Each piece is designed to offer a tangible and evocative representation of the world's oldest continuous living culture.
Mainie's scarves are:
- Ethically produced with fair compensation to the artists
- Made from environmentally sustainable, naturally biodegradable materials
- Versatile, stylish, durable and suitable for all ages and occasions
- Affordably priced yet handcrafted with luxurious finishes
The "Rock Pools Dreaming" scarf, beautifully packaged with information about the Aboriginal artist and the provenance of the original painting, makes a perfect gift or a treasured addition to your wardrobe. Experience the unique heritage of Aboriginal art with the unparalleled quality of Australian Merino wool.
Elevate Your Style with Mainie
Immerse yourself in a piece of Australia's ancient heritage while enjoying the contemporary elegance of the "Rock Pools Dreaming" Australian Merino Wool Scarf.
Perfect for those who value quality, time-honoured cultural heritage and ethical fashion.
Mainie Australia is a Supply Nation Certified Indigenous owned company and an approved Indigenous Art Code Dealer Member.
