No. 4 Raffia woven strip - Rug - 340 cm - 59 cm

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Nr.4 Raffia Gewebe Bahn, a Kongo textile from the Kassai region, made of raffia bast, 340 cm long by 59 cm wide, dating to the 21st century, in good overall condition with signs of age and use, traditionally handmade with plant-based dyes.

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Well, this traditional fabric is worn at various ceremonies, including the usual weddings.
The colors are plant-based dyes.
It is made from the fibers of the raffia palm.
These Congo textiles are handcrafted in the traditional way.
Do not put in the washing machine or dryer (lay flat to drain).

Well, this traditional fabric is worn at various ceremonies, including the usual weddings.
The colors are plant-based dyes.
It is made from the fibers of the raffia palm.
These Congo textiles are handcrafted in the traditional way.
Do not put in the washing machine or dryer (lay flat to drain).

Details

Era
After 2000
Specific region of origin
Kassai
Model
No. 4 Raffia woven strip
Length
340 cm
Width
59 cm
Material
Raffiabast
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Overall in good condition with traces of ageing and usage
Professionally Cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
21st century
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Objects sold
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