Lappi Lappi Dreaming | Earth by Christine Nakamarra Curtis
The Story of Lappi Lappi Dreaming
The Lappi Lappi rockhole is a vital, permanent water source surrounded by rich bush tucker country. In the Dreamtime, this site is home to ‘warnayarra’, the powerful Rainbow Serpent, believed to travel underground between rockholes. The story recounts how women and children gathered there, singing and dancing. When the ‘warnayarra’ heard them, it silently approached underwater, emerging to consume them all.
Christine Nakamarra Curtis is an artist based in Yuendumu and Nyirripi, Australia. Descended from a family of artists, she paints her grandparents' Jukurrpa (Dreaming) stories, notably the Lappi Lappi Jukurrpa. Curtis is celebrated for her vibrant, modern interpretations of traditional culture, employing an unrestricted palette to depict ancestral narratives connected to her land.
The ‘Indigenous Kurkara Collezione’ incorporates original artworks translated into three-dimensional luxury rugs using the finest materials such as wool and silk.
Key Features & Specifications
- Hand-tufted in 100% New Zealand wool
- Manufactured to a finished cut pile height of 12mm and a weight of 3.00kg/m2
Also available in custom sizing. If required, the design can be customised regarding shape, size and colour in consultation with the artist.
Due to the handmade nature of our rugs, slight variations in colour may occur between different dye batches. These variations are a natural characteristic of artisanal craftsmanship and can vary from order to order, especially in the case of re-orders or stock replenishments. If colour accuracy is crucial for your project, please contact our studio before placing your order to discuss your specific requirements.
Tappeti rugs are available for pick-up from our Lane Cove warehouse or for delivery Australia wide.
A guide to courier delivery pricing is below with precise cost calculated at checkout. For more information and delivery inclusions please see our delivery page here.
- NSW starting from $250 | 4-7 days
- VIC starting from $325 | 5-10 days
- QLD starting from $355 | 7-10 days
- SA starting from $355 | 7-10 days
- WA starting from $375 | 12-14 days
- Vacuum regularly to remove fluff and dust from the pile
- Clean spills promptly with an undyed dry cloth.
- Periodic professional cleaning recommended.
- Avoid steam cleaning, as moisture can affect the pile of your rug. The rugs are to be dry-cleaned only.
- Shedding will occur and sprouts of yarn may come up to the surface during initial use. Clip with sharp scissors.