Description
Finely woven Ewe chief’s kente cloth with a typically complex warp striped background almost completely covered by weft faced blocks and weft float motifs. An overall design structure is provided by groups of three similar weft faced blocks framing pairs or triads of the same extra weft float motifs, with gaps between filled by sets of narrow weft float stripes. Orange, white,and yellow are used for the weft float motifs, while the unusual colour combinations, such as pink, yellow, and green, add a distinctive look to the finished cloth. In excellent complete condition. Dates from circa 1930-1950.
Measurement: 106 ins x 75, 269 cm x 190.
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.)
