Description
Fulani munnyuure cloth from Mali. A window into ancient West African textile design with this beautiful dark indigo prestige munnyuure cloth, Fulani, Mali, mid C20th, thick hand spun cotton. Subtle variations in the colour of the indigo blue weft offset the symmetry of the woven design. Munnyuure, is a Fulfulde word meaning “to patiently endure”, with the implication being that only the most patient weaver could create such a cloth. They were used over a wide area of Mali by Fulani, Bamana, and Dogon peoples. Owning one was a sign of high status, and they could be worn as wraps, or for women, as head covers. They were also widely traded and Gardi suggests that this trade value was in part responsible for the continuity in design extending back at least 500 years to the fragments found in the Tellem caves in Bandiagara. Just cleaned by our conservator and in excellent complete condition.
Measurements: 81 inches x 50, 206 cm x 127.
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.)
