About this product
This Woven Pendant Lampshade – was produced in a vibrant collaboration with NGKM, a First Nations artists collective supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and trans-diverse artists living in Victoria. NGKM is grounded in culture and works to promote the continuation of traditional practices in the contemporary art space.
The name Ngardang Girri Kalat Mimini means Mother Aunty Sister Daughter and is a combination of the languages of the original founders of the collective.
- Ngardang - Mother (Waddawurrung – Ballarat Region)
- Girri – Aunty (Gunditjmara – South West Vic)
- Kalat – Sister (Woi wurrung/Wurundjeri – Melbourne region, north of the Yarra)
- Mimini – Daughter (Ngarindjeri – South Australia)
Each lampshade is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, adorned from raffia and textiles waste producing beautiful bright colours and intricate details. Each lampshade is a unique expression of its artist who wove it.
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Product information
Crafted from raffia and recycled textiles, each lampshade is handwoven and comes with a 2-metre black woven flex cable, black fitting, and ceiling rose. The E27 bulb-compatible lamp holder awaits your choice of bulb (not included).
All lights come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Artist: Lorraine Brigdale
Catalogue Number: M-LB-002
Dimensions: 500 Dia x 360mm H (Medium Series 2)
Materials: Raffia, Jute, recycled textiles and Cotton
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Made in Australia
This product is manufactured in Australia. Buying Australian-made supports local businesses and jobs, supports our community, and strengthens our economy.
Traditional Craft Preservation
This product supports the preservation of heritage crafts which often embody culture and intergenerational knowledge. These products enable artisans to create sustainable livelihoods using these skills.
Supports First Nations peoples and communities
Approximately 70% of the value of this product goes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned organisations. This income, independent of Government welfare, supports First Nations cultures and self-determination.