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Mid-20th Century Tribal Tapa Cloth, Fiji

About the Item

Tapa cloth made from mulberry fiber with natural pigments, Fiji, mid-20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 97 in (246.38 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Natural Fiber,Vegetable Dyed
  • Place of Origin:
    Fiji
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930-1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JR#0081stDibs: LU177828820823
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