Wild Silk on White Yoruba

£1,500.00

AGB210 – Elegant early to mid 20th Yoruba white hand spun cotton robe men’s robe, agbada, with hand embroidery in beige wild silk

1 in stock

Description

Elegant early to mid 20th Yoruba white hand spun cotton robe men’s robe, agbada, with hand embroidery in beige wild silk. White cloth was particularly associated with Islamic notions of purity and suitable for wear by high ranking clerics, Muslim rulers and chiefs, and on festival days. It was called fari in Hausa and fuu in Yoruba. Condition is excellent.
Measurements: 112 inches x 53, 285 cm x 135 cm. T
hese white robes look sensational hung flat on a wall in a contemporary interior.

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.)