Historical information
Lorna Law (EGV) mounted pieces onto the backing fabric after children made the pieces in class. Inspired by hangings made by New Zealand embroiderers to hang in the new Globe Theatre in London. On the way to London they were hung in the Great Hall of the National Gallery in Melbourne.
Physical description
Brown cotton, edged in a shiny green cord. Birds, animals, fish etc. in a multitude of bright colours. Appliqued pieces sewn by children.
