Snake and lizards cloth

£475.00

NW658 – Unique embroidered Yoruba kijiipa woman’s loom cloth.

1 in stock

Description

A scrolling snake chases two charming little lizards across the lower panel of this thick hand spun indigo dyed cotton Yoruba woman’s wrapper cloth. A thick hand stitched seam joins he two panels, telling us that this unique cloth was woven by a woman on an upright loom. It was collected in a village of the Igbomina Yoruba and dates from around 1950s. Slight wear but in very good condition.
Measurements: 82 inches x 61, 208 cm x 156.

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.)