Medicine Tree Dreaming Large Aboriginal Art Silk Scarf
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Why choose a Mainie Aboriginal art silk scarf?
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Luxurious Feel + Elegance: You’ll love the unmatched softness and lightweight elegance of silk. This Mainie scarf drapes beautifully, adding a touch of sophistication to any outfit - perfect for both your everyday wear and special occasions. |
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Unique and Meaningful Design: Stand out with a distinctive Aboriginal art scarf that adds a stylish touch to your wardrobe. By purchasing, you're supporting Indigenous artists and communities, helping to preserve and promote their rich cultural heritage. |
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Breathable and Versatile: Silk is naturally breathable, keeping you comfortable in any season. You can style this versatile scarf in multiple ways - around your neck, as a headscarf, or even as a stylish wrap - making it a must-have accessory for your wardrobe. |
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Handcrafted pure silk chiffon scarf featuring an authentic Dreamtime design by traditional Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Geraldine Napangardi Granites.
This beautiful scarf is so much more than just a vividly coloured piece of silk. It is a genuine celebration of Australia’s unique 60,000-year-old unbroken Aboriginal cultural heritage. Featuring a Warlpiri women’s design called Mina Mina Jukurrpa, this exquisite wearable art piece depicts an ancient Dreamtime story about a sacred vine called Ngalyipi that is used by Warlpiri women for ceremonial and healing purposes. The Mina Mina story has been handed down to the artist, Geraldine Napangardi Gallagher, through many generations of her Warlpiri ancestors over tens of thousands of years. If you are seeking fashion that not only looks amazing but is also a meaningful expression of traditional Aboriginal arts and culture, then you will love wearing your Medicine Tree Dreaming silk scarf. |
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STYLING TIP: Team a white top with bright coral or turquoise jeans and add a pair of shimmering jewelled slides to create a dazzling resort look. |
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The Artwork Story Mina Mina Jukurrpa (Mina Mina Dreaming) - Ngalyipi The Jukurrpa story tells of the journey of a group of women of all ages who travelled to the east gathering food, collecting 'ngalyipi' (snake vine) and performing ceremonies as they travelled. The women began their journey at Mina Mina where 'karlangu' (digging sticks) emerged from the ground. Taking these implements the women travelled east creating Janyinki and other sites. Their journey took them far to the east beyond the boundaries of Warlpiri country. The 'ngalyipi' vine grows up the trunks and limbs of the 'kurrkara' (desert oak) trees. 'Ngalyipi' is a sacred vine to Napangardi and Napanangka women that has many uses. It can be used as a ceremonial wrap, as a strap to carry 'parrajas' (wooden bowls) that are laden with bush tucker and as a tourniquet for headaches. |
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Artist details  Geraldine Napangardi Granites Geraldine is a traditional Warlpiri artist, who learned to paint by observing her mother’s and her grandfather’s art works. Geraldine’s paintings depict ancient Dreamtime stories which have been passed down through many generations of her ancestors over tens of thousands of years. Geraldine’s artworks are exhibited in art galleries and private collections in Australia and internationally. |
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Mainie is a brand I proudly wear for so many reasons. I love that each scarf has a story and that I know with each piece funds go back to the woman that designed it. I adore the vibrancy of the colours and the high quality, I have had my scarves for many years now and they are so versatile from wearing them to do presentations or going out for lunch. I stand for empowering women and standing proud in your individuality and Mainie embodies this in every way.
Lesley Clarke
Our Mainie scarves have become an essential wardrobe component both at home and when travelling. They serve to elevate any outfit whilst also celebrating Australian First Nations culture with dignity and sophistication. The silk product is beautiful to wear and the merino wool is unbelievable soft and so warm. Lightweight, easy to pack and always commented on.
Tanya, Emily and Elizabeth
I love the Mainie Scarves, for myself and as the perfect gift. They are investment pieces that will be part of your wardrobe for life. I love travel and one or two scarves are always included in my luggage. They are perfect on the plane and for dressing up outfits. I take a Merino scarf for cooler climates and silk ones everywhere else. However, the very best part is the ethical basis of the brand. I know I support a woman artist from a First Nations community when I purchase something from Mainie. They look good and do good at the same time.
Jo Pyne
Founded by Gunggari Aboriginal woman Charmaine Saunders in 2012, Mainie is a Supply Nation certified Indigenous Australian-owned company and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member. We recognise the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the sorrow of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of colonisation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect the resilience, strength and pride of Australia’s First Nations people and their communities. Mainie is committed to supporting Aboriginal women artists to earn an independent income from their own work and to keep alive their traditional cultural heritage for future generations.