Denver, CO
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This textile contains colors of green, yellow, red, and black.
The estimated age is more than 40 years. Kente cloth …
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This textile contains colors of green, yellow, red, and black.
The estimated age is more than 40 years. Kente cloth is the royal cloth of the Asante, people of Ghana. In many cases, the thread was obtained by carefully deconstructing silk garments, and reweaving them. The looms have two or three heddles. Legend says that Kente cloth weavers learned their skill from watching a spider, Anansi, a significant figure in African folklore. The finished cloth is made with a combination of various colors and patterns.
We do not recommend laundering textiles. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles.
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- Dimensions
- 64ʺW × 40ʺL × 0.3ʺH
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Ghana
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fabric
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Yellow
- Condition Notes
- Good, general wear, small tears, and wear spots. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, … moreGood, general wear, small tears, and wear spots. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes, and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. less
Denver, CO
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