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Vintage Kente Cloth

Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile
Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile

Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile

Located in Barrington, IL

This vibrant hand-woven Kente cloth is an authentic West African textile created within the

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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile
Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile

Ewe Kente Cloth of Ashante Tribe Woven Textile

Located in Barrington, IL

This striking hand-woven Kente cloth is an authentic West African textile created within the

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Late 20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Maroon, Yellow and Orange Vintage Midcentury African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile
Maroon, Yellow and Orange Vintage Midcentury African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile

Maroon, Yellow and Orange Vintage Midcentury African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile

Located in New York, NY

This African Men's Ewe Kente cloth has a light aubergine, eggplant, maroon purple background with

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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Multicolor West African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile Fabric or Wall Hanging
Vintage Multicolor West African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile Fabric or Wall Hanging

Vintage Multicolor West African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile Fabric or Wall Hanging

Located in New York, NY

This prestigious Kente cloth was handwoven on small hand held looms. The fabric has all been hand

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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

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Ewe Waist Wrap, 20th Century
Ewe Waist Wrap, 20th Century

Ewe Waist Wrap, 20th Century

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H 40 in W 97 in D 0.1 in

Ewe Waist Wrap, 20th Century

Located in Portland, ME

) is that Kente use silk and rayon while Ewe is all cotton. Otherwise as in Kente, an Ewe cloth is made

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20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

African Ashanti Kente Cloth
African Ashanti Kente Cloth

African Ashanti Kente Cloth

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H 127 in W 79 in

African Ashanti Kente Cloth

Located in Dallas, TX

African Ashanti Kente Cloth, hand loomed textile, ceremonial regalia worn by tribe early to mid

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20th Century African Vintage Kente Cloth

African Ashanti Kente Cloth
African Ashanti Kente Cloth

African Ashanti Kente Cloth

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H 108 in W 70 in

African Ashanti Kente Cloth

Located in Dallas, TX

African Ashanti Kente Cloth, hand loomed textile, ceremonial regalia worn by the tribe early to

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20th Century African Vintage Kente Cloth

Indigo Cotton Kente Cloth, Africa, mid 20th C.
Indigo Cotton Kente Cloth, Africa, mid 20th C.

Indigo Cotton Kente Cloth, Africa, mid 20th C.

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H 108.27 in W 70.87 in D 0.12 in

Indigo Cotton Kente Cloth, Africa, mid 20th C.

Located in Istanbul, TR

In rather good condition, with a good variety of design elements.

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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

Pair of Tribal Mask Lamps
Pair of Tribal Mask Lamps

Pair of Tribal Mask Lamps

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H 35 in Dm 17 in

Pair of Tribal Mask Lamps

Located in Amarillo, TX

biomorphic oak bases. Original finials. Original shades included, with Kente Cloth trim.

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1940s American Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Brass

Ewe Cloth
Ewe Cloth

Ewe Cloth

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H 100.4 in W 74.81 in D 0.2 in

Ewe Cloth

Located in London, GB

A beautiful, large blue and white Ewe Kente man's cloth. These cloth’s are particularly satisfying

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1950s Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

Mid Century Moroccan Rug By Berber Tribe

Mid Century Moroccan Rug By Berber Tribe

Located in New York, NY

far back into the human past. In some ways it shares the qualities of the finest African Kente cloths

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1940s Moroccan Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Wool

Vintage African Kente Cloth Textile
Vintage African Kente Cloth Textile

Vintage African Kente Cloth Textile

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H 102 in W 47 in D 0.32 in

Vintage African Kente Cloth Textile

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful handwoven Ewe wrap with pastel colors. This wrap appears to be a little older than most. A really intriguing pattern and coloration. Measures: 3'11" x 8'6".

Category

Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

Purple Ewe Kente Cloth African Textile, Midcentury
Purple Ewe Kente Cloth African Textile, Midcentury

Purple Ewe Kente Cloth African Textile, Midcentury

Located in New York, NY

The color of this African Men's Ewe Kenta cloth is really beautiful and saturated. Royal purple

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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

French Expressionist Impasto Oil Painting African Island Girl Kente Cloth Skirt
French Expressionist Impasto Oil Painting African Island Girl Kente Cloth Skirt

French Expressionist Impasto Oil Painting African Island Girl Kente Cloth Skirt

By Georges Vasseur

Located in Surfside, FL

French Post Impressionist impasto oil painting. Standing Figure. Similar in technique to Henri D'anty and other artists of the post war École de Paris. School of Paris (French: École...

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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Kente Cloth

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Canvas, Oil

Handwoven Kente Textile, Ewe of Ghana, W. Africa, Cotton & Silk Mid-20th Century
Handwoven Kente Textile, Ewe of Ghana, W. Africa, Cotton & Silk Mid-20th Century

Handwoven Kente Textile, Ewe of Ghana, W. Africa, Cotton & Silk Mid-20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

inches long by 69.5 inches wide. Kente cloths are prestige textiles, with striking colors and geometric

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Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton, Silk

"Ashanti Stool, " Carved Wood created in Ghana circa 1940
"Ashanti Stool, " Carved Wood created in Ghana circa 1940

"Ashanti Stool, " Carved Wood created in Ghana circa 1940

Located in Milwaukee, WI

in a variety of specialized crafts. These include weaving, wood carving, ceramics, the reknown kente

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1940s Folk Art Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Wood

Kente Cloth from Ghana
Kente Cloth from Ghana

Kente Cloth from Ghana

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H 36 in W 72 in D 0.25 in

Kente Cloth from Ghana

Located in New York, NY

Kente cloth from Ghana, woven on a menora loom (strip weaving).

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20th Century Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

Vintage African Kente (Nwentoma) Cloth
Vintage African Kente (Nwentoma) Cloth

Vintage African Kente (Nwentoma) Cloth

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Narrow hand loomed panels stitched together. Unusual turquoise blue field with over weaving in shades of dark red and golden yellow.

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1950s Ghanaian Vintage Kente Cloth

Kente Cotton Cloth from West Africa
Kente Cotton Cloth from West Africa

Kente Cotton Cloth from West Africa

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Hand woven cotton and indigo dyed textile with color block design also in cotton

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1960s Ghanaian Tribal Vintage Kente Cloth

Materials

Cotton

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Vintage Kente Cloth For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage kente cloth you’re looking for. A vintage kente cloth — often made from fabric, cotton and textile — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage kente cloth — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage kente cloth over the years, but those crafted by Georges Vasseur are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Kente Cloth?

The average selling price for a vintage kente cloth at 1stDibs is $1,600, while they’re typically $185 on the low end and $6,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Kente Cloth
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Kente cloth is so special because it was reserved for Asante and Ewe royalty and limited to special and sacred functions. Even though today it has been made available to those outside of royalty, it still is associated with wealth as well as social status.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Clothes that are considered vintage are those that are at least 20 years old. Shoes, accessories and bags produced prior to 20 years ago may also be called vintage. You may sometimes see apparel that is over 100 years old referred to as historic or period clothing. Find a large selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Whether vintage clothing is secondhand varies. Vintage clothing is the term for apparel produced more than 20 years ago. Due to its age, vintage clothing was often preloved and worn by someone else. However, it is possible to find a small number of vintage items that are brand new with tags, indicating that no one has worn them previously. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Vintage clothing is so expensive due to supply and demand. Many people love vintage apparel because it is unique, visually appealing and often features exceptional tailoring and materials. At the same time, only a limited number of pieces survive from previous eras, and those that do aren't always in good condition. As a result, the high demand and limited supply drive up prices. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Vintage clothes are usually 20 years old or older. Unlike jewelry, clothing is usually not referred to as antique. As a result, people usually use the term vintage to describe all garments produced at least two decades ago. In some cases, you may see clothing that is 100 years old or more referred to as historical or period clothes. Find a wide range of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What vintage-style clothing is called varies. Vintage-style clothing is the term for apparel that draws inspiration from pieces produced 20 years ago or more. Some people refer to it as retro or retro-influenced clothing. Because it was manufactured more recently than authentic vintage clothing, clothing that is vintage style is classified as contemporary. Shop a wide range of vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    You can tell if vintage clothes are real in a few ways. First, look inside pieces for labels. Union tags are usually a sign that a piece is vintage, and by researching the maker of your apparel and the evolution of their brand labeling, you can often estimate how old a particular garment is. Check the fasteners and fabrics for pieces you believe were produced in the early 20th century or before. Generally, older vintage clothing will have metal zippers and shell or metal buttons rather than plastic. However, keep in mind that any apparel that is more than 20 years old can be considered vintage. Since plastic became a commonly used material by the 1950s and ’60s, plastic buttons and other more modern features may not necessarily mean a piece isn't vintage. Because it can be difficult to date clothing on your own, consider having a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the value of a pair of vintage Versace clothing, experts suggest that you work with a certified appraiser. While some online resources are helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not reflect the actual value of your item. The actual value depend on a number of factors, including the shape your garments are in. You’ll find expertly-vetted vintage Versace clothing on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if clothes are actually vintage, examine their details closely. Any article of clothing that is at least 20 years old is vintage, and fabrics, construction methods and styles have changed many times over the history of fashion. As a result, apparel from different decades and periods will have its own characteristics, and you may find it helpful to research what features to expect when dating apparel that you believe was made during a specific time, such as the 1960s and 1970s. However, there are a few signs that typically indicate that clothing is vintage. The first is the brand logo on the neck or waist tag. Many brands update their logos on a regular basis, so looking at images of a company's historic labels can often help you determine roughly when it made a particular piece. Other tags and markings can also be useful for spotting authentic vintage clothing. For example, since the Woolmark labeling system ended in 1999, finding a Woolmark logo inside a piece usually means it's vintage, as does the presence of Union tags. Checking the location of manufacturing can be helpful, too. If a garment was made in a country that no longer exists, such as Yugoslavia or West Germany, it would typically be vintage. A certified appraiser or experienced authenticator can be of assistance when trying to determine the date of a particular item. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage apparel.