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Vintage African Tapestry of Ethiopian "Lion of Judah" in Cream, Red, Black

$1,290
£986.27
€1,135.99
CA$1,807.69
A$2,018.11
CHF 1,057.46
MX$24,703.66
NOK 13,429.75
SEK 12,662.55
DKK 8,478

About the Item

This striking vintage African tapestry from Ethiopia features a symbolic rendering of the "Lion of Judah" alongside traditional hut motifs in a rich palette of cream, red, black, and brown. Expertly hand-woven, the elongated tapestry is composed of eight distinct panels—three showcasing the iconic Lion of Judah and five displaying African hut designs—reflecting Ethiopian cultural and spiritual heritage. The textile's versatile form allows it to be used as a bold table runner or carefully divided and framed as individual works of wall art. A beautiful fusion of symbolism and craftsmanship, this piece is ideal for collectors, interior designers, and those seeking unique, meaningful décor. Dimensions: 12” x 98” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Botswana, Africa Material: Wool Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 2051 Ethiopian tapestry, Lion of Judah textile, vintage African wall art, African table runner, tribal tapestry Ethiopia, handwoven African decor, African hut motif textile, Ethiopian cultural art, African spiritual tapestry, African lion artwork, traditional Ethiopian weaving, African panel wall art, red and cream tapestry, African heritage textile, unique African home decor, African Village Tapestry, Tapestries from Africa, African Folk Art, Art of Africa, African Weavings, Vintage Handwoven Tapestries, African Tapestries, African Folk Art, African Weaving Art, Large Wall Tapestry, Handwoven Tapestry, Modernist Tapestry, Mid Century Wall Tapestry, Hand Woven Wall Art, Table Runner, African Woven Art, Primitive Wall Art
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 98 in (248.92 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Botswana
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 20511stDibs: LU8224239183142

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