Fine Owo Yoruba Ikat

£675.00

NW680 – Attractive Wine red colour on this rare wine red ikat cloth from Owo

1 in stock

Description

Made up of two wide panels joined at the centre, this woman’s wrapper cloth is from the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Owo. Broad and narrow stripes of deep wine red, dark and light indigo blue, and white, are crossed by more widely spaced stripes across the cloth. Narrow wrap stripes of blue and white ikat were an Owo Yoruba speciality. Dates from circa 1930 -1950 and is in excellent condition. Measurements 5’4″ x 3’11”, 163 cm x 118.

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.)