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Handwoven Dillybag earrings in sterling silver

Wagilak Yapa Watj (Wagilak Sisters) range –
exclusive jewellery from indigenous women of Beswick. Developed in studio workshops with jeweller Kate Sale and weaver Fiona Gavino, traditional fibre artists are translating their skills into a series of fine woven wire earrings and pendants. Hand woven in sliver, gold and copper, traditional forms are transformed as delicate interpretations of string and dilly bags, baskets and mats.

Featuring sterling silver, 9ct gold and copper (all nickel-free work).

Name: Kira Jolly


Language: Dalabon, Kriol


Community: Wugularr (Beswick)


Biography:

Kira grew up in Beswick Community and comes from a long line of traditional fibre weavers, including her mother, master weaver Julie Ashley. Kira applied her knowledge of weaving techniques to fine gold, silver and copper wire, producing delicately crafted pieces inspired by traditional formats of dilly and string bags, mats and baskets. Kira has learned soldering and finishing techniques and is an integral part of the Woven Wire project, launched at Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2024.


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