Emotive Collection Lukarrara Jukurrpa Aboriginal Lampshade

Introducing the breath-taking Lukarrara Jukurrpa (Desert Fringe-Rush Seed Dreaming) lampshade, a true masterpiece by acclaimed Indigenous Aboriginal artist Senita Napangardi Granites. Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of this meticulously handcrafted lampshade that will illuminate your space with its captivating beauty.

Transform your home décor with a statement piece that truly stands out. The Desert Fringe-Rush Seed Dreaming lampshade is not just an ordinary lighting accessory; it's a work of art that brings a touch of artistic elegance to any room. Handmade with love in our Emotive Collection studio, a small Australian-owned business, each lampshade is crafted with meticulous attention to detail.

Story: Lukarrara Jukurrpa (Desert Fringe-Rush Seed Dreaming) by Senita Napangardi Granites

This Jukurrpa belongs to women of the Nakamarra/Napurrurla subsections and to Jakamarra/Jupurrurla men. This Dreaming is associated with a place called Jaralypari, north of Yuendumu. Lukarrara (desert fringe-rush [Fimbristylis oxystachya & Fimbristylis eremophila]) is a grass with an edible seed. The seeds are traditionally ground on a large stone ('ngatinyanu') with a smaller stone ('ngalikirri') to make flour. This flour is mixed with water ('ngapa') to make damper cakes which are cooked and eaten. In Warlpiri traditional paintings iconography is used to represent the Jukurrpa, particular sites and other elements. Large concentric circles often represent the site of Jaralypari and also the seed-bearing grass Lukurrara. 'U' shapes can depict the Karnta (women) collecting 'lukarrara' and straight lines are frequently used to portray seeds that fall down to the ground and are also collected by women using their 'parrajas' (wooden food carriers) and 'karlangu' (digging sticks).