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Two Mounted Mbole Woven Bark Fibre Panels, DRC

$1,505.30
£1,100
€1,294.83
CA$2,065.70
A$2,313.03
CHF 1,206.82
MX$28,182.57
NOK 15,313.73
SEK 14,559.28
DKK 9,665.06
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About the Item

Woven panels such as this would have decorated the walls of a traditional meeting house. The panels are made from woven bark fibre decorated with striking geometric designs. The dark-coloured strands of fibre, used to create the bold abstract decorations against a pale background, have been dyed with the roots of the banana tree. (Custom Mounted) Estimated Period: 1930s Ex Private Collection, Brussels
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8736241456102

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