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Handmade Commemorative African Quilt, Early 20th Century
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Handmade Commemorative African Quilt Textile, Early 20th Century
A remarkable textile, listing the names and depicting the symbols of the rulers (“Ahosu”) of the West African region of Dahomey (modern-day Benin) in chronological order, 1620-1900.
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Dimensions: 6'5" W x 4'7" L
Condition: Excellent
Period: Early 20th Century
Origin: Benin
Rug ID: 14880
- Dimensions:Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 77 in (195.58 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Textile,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:Benin
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 148801stDibs: LU855533781122
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