Description
A stilt house at the coastal lagoon village of Ganvie and a couple of jaunty ships are among the motifs on the strip woven white cotton ground of this unusual cloth from Benin Republic. Woven by Fon weavers in Abomey, Benin Republic, the descendants of the court weavers at the royal palace, the cloth have very wide (28 cm/11 inches) strips, decorated with large figurative motifs. Dates from circa 1970 and is in excellent complete condition.
Measurements 7’1″ x 6’6″, 212 cm x 198.
All items on this site are vintage. That means that they may have a few small marks or blemishes consistent with use. We will try to highlight any significant issues in the description above but in the event you are not happy with your purchase please notify us within 48 hours of receipt and you may return it for a full refund (excluding return shipping costs.)
