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Vintage Indigo Textile by Yoruba Weaver from Nigeria

About the Item

This textile is a superb Yoruba men's wrap cloth. The fine ikat pattern is rare for aso oke textiles from the Yoruba people from around mid-20th century. This textile is woven with lush magenta, green, and indigo colors. This textile was woven by men and intended for Yoruba royalty. A beautiful piece!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 72 in (182.88 cm)Width: 49 in (124.46 cm)Depth: 0.07 in (1.78 mm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1970
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: IT.741stDibs: LU86524447303
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