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Framed Samoan Tapa Cloth
$1,800
£1,368.50
€1,579.30
CA$2,519.52
A$2,821.19
CHF 1,471.95
MX$34,374.09
NOK 18,678.05
SEK 17,757.85
DKK 11,788.41
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This striking piece of Samoan Tapa cloth speaks to the history of the South Pacific islanders who have made these beautiful barkcloth artworks for generations and with it's repeating patterns and shapes it also functions like a contemporary non-objective painting. Expertly framed in a shadowbox style to enhance the shape and physicality.
Tapa: 37" diameter
Total size framed: 43.5"h X 43.25"w X 2"d
- Dimensions:Height: 43.5 in (110.49 cm)Width: 43.25 in (109.86 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Organic Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:American Samoa
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1980s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original condition.
- Seller Location:Highland, IN
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU909140932232
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