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large African Dahomey Anti-Colonial Folk Tapestry, Benin framed

$1,750
£1,336.12
€1,543.87
CA$2,456.67
A$2,738.21
CHF 1,436.65
MX$33,438.05
NOK 18,191.07
SEK 17,193.33
DKK 11,522.59

About the Item

African Dahomey Anti-Colonial Folk Tapestry, Benin, cotton applique, mid 20th c.
  • Attributed to:
    People from Benin (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Appliqué
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Frame is somewhat crude, but presents nicely. Behind hefty glass with a sleek mid 50s or 60s frame. Some indicating of moisture behind the glass, most will not notice. Frame is not easily removed as it was custom made for the large textile.
  • Seller Location:
    Farmingdale, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9317241876022

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