Judy Watson Table Runner

This cotton table runner features artwork by Indigenous Australian artist Judy Watson and brings both cultural depth and visual interest to your dining space. The design tells the story of ancestral women traveling east, gathering bush foods, collecting ngalyipi (snake vine), and performing ceremonies. Wavy lines represent the snake vine, 'U' shapes depict the women, circles symbolize edible mushrooms, and the two straight lines illustrate digging sticks. Made from durable cotton, this runner adds warmth and storytelling to your table while protecting surfaces and elevating everyday meals with a unique connection to Country and culture.

Dimensions: 59" x 17.7"

Royalties directly benefit the artist.

About the Artist:

Judy Napangardi Watson (c. 1935–2016) was a leading Warlpiri artist born at Yarungkanji, Mt. Doreen Station in the Northern Territory. Growing up in a traditional nomadic lifestyle, she spent long periods with her family on ancestral lands at Mina Mina and Yingipurlangu, places of deep cultural significance. Taught by her elder sister, acclaimed artist Maggie Napangardi Watson, Judy developed her own vibrant and energetic style, known for its dynamic "dragged dotting" technique. Her works predominantly depict the Jukurrpa (Dreaming) associated with Mina Mina, including powerful women's stories and sacred ceremonial sites. Active since the early 1990s, her art is held in major collections across Australia and internationally. Judy’s work is celebrated for its bold abstraction, deep cultural meaning, and her lifelong commitment to sharing Warlpiri culture through painting.

Judy Napangardi Watson is a featured artist in —

Exhibition Opens May 9, 2025 THE LUME Indianapolis Featuring Connection: Land, Water, Sky Art & Culture from Indigenous Australians Learn More & Reserve Tickets