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"Fulani Body Wrap Tribal cloth, Gambia, " Cloth created c. 1970

circa 1970

About the Item

This tribal cloth was created by an unknown artist from the Fulani tribe in Gambia, Africa. This tribe has a population numbering between 20 and 25 million people in total, and is one of the largest ethnic groups in the Sahel and West Africa, widely dispersed across the region. As an ethnic group, they are bound together by the Fula language and their Islamic religious affiliation, their history and their culture. 67" x 42"
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1970
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67 in (170.18 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 5076d1stDibs: LU60532324551
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