Raffia fabric - Shoowa-Kuba - DR Congo (No reserve price)





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Tissu en Raphia, a Shoowa-Kuba textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an original official piece measuring 73 cm high by 56 cm wide (depth 1 cm) and sold without a stand in good condition.
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Raffia fabric – Shoowa – Kuba – Democratic Republic of the Congo
This Shoowa raffia fabric is part of the remarkable textile tradition of the Kuba in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Made from raffia fibers, it stands out for the richness of its geometric motifs, the delicacy of its workmanship, and its complex graphic compositions. Shoowa textiles attest to meticulous know-how, where weaving, embroidery and texture play combine to produce pieces of particular refinement.
Through its structured graphic language and natural texture, this piece brings a strong and elegant presence to a collection of African art or to a contemporary interior. Presented as a wall textile, decorative element or collectible piece, it creates a harmonious dialogue between African textile heritage and contemporary aesthetics. A piece with character for lovers of art textiles and traditional craftsmanship.
Raffia fabric – Shoowa – Kuba – Democratic Republic of the Congo
This Shoowa raffia fabric is part of the remarkable textile tradition of the Kuba in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Made from raffia fibers, it stands out for the richness of its geometric motifs, the delicacy of its workmanship, and its complex graphic compositions. Shoowa textiles attest to meticulous know-how, where weaving, embroidery and texture play combine to produce pieces of particular refinement.
Through its structured graphic language and natural texture, this piece brings a strong and elegant presence to a collection of African art or to a contemporary interior. Presented as a wall textile, decorative element or collectible piece, it creates a harmonious dialogue between African textile heritage and contemporary aesthetics. A piece with character for lovers of art textiles and traditional craftsmanship.

