Numbat Art

Textile Abstraction Series

Material Studies Inspired by Fashion

Created by House of Numbat
Norfolk, England

About the Textile Abstraction Series

The Textile Abstraction Series is an original body of artwork developed by House of Numbat, exploring the relationship between textiles, material memory, craftsmanship, and contemporary abstraction.

Each work begins not with traditional painting, but with an understanding of fabric—its texture, structure, movement, and ability to record time.

Inspired by the principles of garment construction and material development, these artworks transform the language of textiles into layered abstract compositions.

Rather than representing garments directly, the series explores what remains after fashion: colour, surface, texture, and memory.

Material as Inspiration

Many works in the series originate from studies connected to Symbol Couture, where construction details, stitching, fabric layers, and textile techniques become the starting point for artistic exploration.

Through hand-built surfaces and carefully developed textures, each canvas becomes a material study rather than a conventional painting.

The result is an abstract interpretation of craftsmanship—where fashion, architecture, and fine art meet.

British Influence

The colour palettes are inspired by the British landscape and interior tradition, drawing influence from:

Heritage textiles
Country house interiors
Natural fibres
Architectural surfaces
Weathered materials
Countryside colour palettes
Traditional craftsmanship

These influences create artworks that feel timeless rather than decorative.

Handcrafted Editions

Every artwork is created by hand within the House of Numbat Studio in Norfolk, England.

Rather than mass production, the series is developed in small numbers as collectible works for collectors, designers, and those who appreciate material culture.

Each piece celebrates the beauty of texture, imperfection, and the quiet language of textiles.