Description
Intriguing mixed strip Ewe kente woman’s cloth dating from around the 1930s to 1950s. When a weaver received an order for a cloth he would typically set up the warp for a strip more than was required as a precaution in case a section got damaged by a sudden rainstorm or a stray goat in the outdoor weaving area. Over a year or so he would accumulate a small group of these surplus strips sufficient to make a mixed strip cloth such as this that could be sold at the weekly cloth market. Aside from the visual interest of the juxtaposition of designs, these cloths provide a window into a single weavers varied output. In this case we can see a repetition of the three diagonal blocks pattern in different colours along with quite other quite distinct styles. In excellent complete condition.
Measurements 73 inches x 45, 185 cm x 114.
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.)
