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What is a mud cloth pillow?

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What is a mud cloth pillow?
Pillows encased in mud cloth covers are called mud cloth pillows. Mud cloth fabric, also known as bògòlanfini or bogolan, is a handmade cotton fabric from Mali traditionally dyed using fermented mud. Each piece is individually spun by hand, and the print is hand painted. Find a wide collection of mud cloth pillows from top sellers and makers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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19Thc Striped Mud Cloth Linen Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing mud cloth cotton pillows have white vintage linen backings.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen

Mud Cloth 'Bogolanfini', Mali, Bamana People, Mid-20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A mud cloth (Bogolanfini), Mali, Bamana People mid-20th century. Hand woven 'discharge dyed
Category

Mid-20th Century Malian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Fabric

Bogolan Cowrie Shell Mud Cloth Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
the cloth is believed to have the power to absorb dangerous forces. To make this stunning design
Category

20th Century Malian Folk Art Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Bogolan Cowrie Shell Mud Cloth Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
the cloth is believed to have the power to absorb dangerous forces. To make this stunning design
Category

20th Century Malian Folk Art Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

African Mud Cloth Large Lumbar, 1970s/80s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Cotton in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended.     
Category

Late 20th Century Malian Tribal Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Andrianna Shamaris Mali Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Green over-dyed mud cloth Mali textile from West Africa. Double backed with concealed zipper
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Organic Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Textile

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