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Tartaku (bush coconut)

Miss S. Chiguna was a Walmajarri artist who came from Djugerari in the desert country in the East Kimberley. Bush coconuts are actually an insect gall that grows into a ‘coconut fruit’ on a bloodwood tree. The coconut is broken off the tree and cracked open to eat and drink the juicy insides. It is an excellent source of bush tukka, really high in protein. It is best found in the Dry Season -May-September.
With Miss Chiguna’s family’s permission, we continue to celebrate her life through her art.

These are limited edition garments with only 50 of each design made. 
Manufactured ethically and sustainably in Melbourne.
Hand printed in Melbourne on 100% linen. Design placement may vary slightly because they are handprinted.

LAYING FLAT HERE ARE THE MEASUREMENTS:
SIZE CHEST WAIST LENGTH
S 53cm 51cm 75cm
M 56cm 57cm 76cm
L 61cm 60cm 77cm
XL 65cm 64cm 83cm
XXL 68cm 67cm 83cm
Cold hand wash or gentle machine wash, drip dry in shade, warm iron on reverse side. Avoid the tumble dryer and dry clean.

Name: Susan Mangana Chiguna


Community: Djugerari


Biography:

Mangana is a Walmajarri woman from Djugerari Community, approx. 120km south of Fitzroy Crossing in the Central Kimberley region of Western Australia.

She loves printing and stitching dolls. Mangana’s inspiration comes from her desert home.

 


© the artist / art centre