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Early 20th century. Baule textile

$2,466.76
£1,800
€2,116.61
CA$3,421.15
A$3,683.18
CHF 1,972.42
MX$44,381.06
NOK 24,886.44
SEK 22,775.11
DKK 15,816.15

About the Item

A stunning Chiefs Robe from the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. Very early 20th century . Woven from handspun cotton and all natural dyes . This robe would only be worn on ceremonial occassions . Woven on strip looms and handstiched together in panels. Exceptional quality.
  • Similar to:
    Baule Tribe (Weaver)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 110.24 in (280 cm)Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Cote d Ivoire
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Glasgow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7062248171372

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