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Noblewoman's Ceremonial Overskirt, Kuba People

$3,000
£2,276.33
€2,602.78
CA$4,190.19
A$4,658.92
CHF 2,432.63
MX$56,710.37
NOK 31,039.29
SEK 29,082.33
DKK 19,425.03
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Noblewoman’s Ceremonial Overskirt Shoowa People, DR Congo Mid 20th century Raffia, palm fiber, stem stitch and cut pile embroidery 42.5 x 2 ins. (108 x 51 cm) An unusual overskirt in that it is made of two very different pattern Shoowa panels, as opposed to an integrated design. The upper one with a "distorted field" pattern appears to be earlier. The bottom panel could date to the 1960s or 70s. These textiles were worn over the very long embroidered or appliqué dance skirts used by women. This piece has not been mounted. It can be displayed as is using a velcro strip on back or we can arrange for professional mounting service at cost.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Raffia,Dyed,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AM8091stDibs: LU1778244631402

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