Fabric - Kuba - DR Congo (No reserve price)

Fabric - Raffia - Kuba – Democratic Republic of the Congo

This fabric comes from the Kuba people, established in the Kasai region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Renowned for their rich artistic tradition, the Kuba are particularly known for textiles elaborated from raffia fibers. Their creations are distinguished by the complexity of their geometric motifs, the precision of their composition, and the variety of their ornaments. These fabrics occupy an important place in Kuba cultural life and bear witness to know-how handed down from generation to generation.

Made from woven fibers and carefully decorated, this fabric presents a set of geometric motifs characteristic of Kuba aesthetics. Variations in shapes, textures, and visual rhythms create a dynamic composition that catches the eye. Both a textile artwork and a decorative element, this piece highlights the richness of Kuba artistic expression while integrating harmoniously into a contemporary aesthetic.