Living with the Land - Oval Rug (2.7 x 1.8m)

Living with the Land - Oval Rug (2.7 x 1.8m)
Children can experience the beauty of Indigenous Australian art with the beautiful Living with the Land rug created by indigenous artist Mitch Francis. Perfect for creating a comfortable environment for children to play, learn and explore. The Living with the Land rug is a wonderful resource for play-based learning areas and for children to engage, connect to the stories and in turn, spark conversation.

This beautiful rug measures 2.7 x 1.8m made from an 8mm nylon loop pile with non-slip thermoplastic rubber backing. Not only is the Living with the Land rug practical, but it also promotes cultural awareness for children to further their learning about Indigenous Australia. These stunning rugs honour indigenous owned businesses, local artistic talent and the continued respect for our Traditional Landowners. Profits from each item sold helps to directly support the artist.

Made from durable nylon
Non-slip action back for safety
Stain-resistant for easy maintenance
Full-overlocking with no-pull edges
High-quality indoor rug
Suitable for classroom environments
Soft underfoot
Great for story time
Designed by Gunditjmara and Bundjalung artist, Mitch Francis

About the Artist
Mitch Francis is a proud Gunditjmara and Bundjalung man. It is his passion to create and tell stories through his art which is created under the namesake ‘Bunjil Art’. These designs have stories linked with education and are a perfect fit for a classroom setting.

The Story Behind the Design
‘“Living with the Land” symbolises the strong bond that Aboriginal people have to the country and all things living. Nature and the connection to country is integral to Aboriginal Culture. This connection gives Aboriginal people the responsibility to care for the land in return for the land nourishing the people.
This artwork is a whole representation of this relationship, the ‘U’ shapes all representing people who are undertaking daily activities living on the flowing river. The circles all represent meeting places, where traditions and practices are spoken and taught to young ones. There’s people seen hunting along the river with spears. White dotted lines travelling along the river between meeting places and at the top and bottom of the piece, these represent larger gatherings of family and main meeting places on this country where family comes together after a long day out on country.’

Dimensions
Measures 2.7 x 1.8m

Special Instructions
To clean the rug, spot wash with warm soapy water using a damp cloth or soft brush and air dry. The rugs can also be professionally steamed cleaned. Vacuum regularly.