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

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Tissu en raphia by Shoowa‑Kuba from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a single raphia textile measuring 358 cm × 57 cm (depth 1 cm) in original/officiel condition, provenance République démocratique du Congo, not supplied with a stand.

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Raffia fabric – Shoowa – Kuba – Democratic Republic of the Congo

This raffia fabric is associated with the textile tradition of the Shoowa, a community belonging to the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Renowned for their textile craftsmanship, Kuba artisans produce fabrics adorned with complex geometric patterns, which testify to a high level of technical mastery and a developed sense of composition. Raffia work occupies an important place in their cultural and artistic heritage.

Through the richness of its texture and the elegance of its motifs, this fabric holds particular interest for African art collectors and enthusiasts of textile art. It can be integrated into a specialized collection or displayed in a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Raffia fabric – Shoowa – Kuba – Democratic Republic of the Congo

This raffia fabric is associated with the textile tradition of the Shoowa, a community belonging to the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Renowned for their textile craftsmanship, Kuba artisans produce fabrics adorned with complex geometric patterns, which testify to a high level of technical mastery and a developed sense of composition. Raffia work occupies an important place in their cultural and artistic heritage.

Through the richness of its texture and the elegance of its motifs, this fabric holds particular interest for African art collectors and enthusiasts of textile art. It can be integrated into a specialized collection or displayed in a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Shoowa-Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Raphia
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Raffia fabric
Height
358 cm
Width
57 cm
Depth
1 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
8640
Objects sold
92.36%
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