
Brand | Unbranded |
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Type of Object | Textile |
Country of Origin | Niger |
People | Wodaabe |
Materials | Cotton |
Approximate Age | 20th century |
Height (in) | 20 |
Width (in) | 19 |
Overall Condition | Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. |
Damage/Repair | Loose and uneven stitches, stains |
Additional Information: A small tunic or shirt crafted from cotton cloth possibly died with indigo. The indicative aspect of the garment is the colorful embroidery attributed to the Wodaabe.
For further information on the textile and the techniques used by the Djerma and Hausa weavers read: John Picton & John Mack in AFRICAN TEXTILES. The Trustees of the British Museum, 1979