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Kuba and African Textiles

  Kuba cloth is a highly distinctive textile crafted by the Kuba people.

Originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kuba people have a tradition of Kuba men weaving a cloth from raffia palm leaves to produce the base fabric. Women then embellish this fabric using techniques like embroidery, appliqué, and cut-pile, creating intricate geometric patterns. 

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the cloth symbolizes wealth and status within Kuba society, often used in tribute payments and as a form of currency, underscoring its cultural significance.

With their bold and playful geometric patterns, these traditional cloths are an ancient craft with a surprisingly modern aesthetic. 

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
186 x 28 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $1,733.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
174 x 26 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $1,630.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
192 x 35 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $2,220.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
161 x 30 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $2,119.00
Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)

Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)
115" x 204" Hand sewn of cotton, wool; natural dyes. $4,988.00
Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)

Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)
106" x 198 Hand sewn of cotton, wool; natural dyes. $5,325.00
Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)

Ndop Cloth (Bamileke People, Cameroon)
92" x 213" Hand sewn of cotton and virgin wool; natural dyes. $3,990.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
168 x 29 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $1,856.00
Kilim (The Berber, Beni M’Guild Tribe, Morocco)

Kilim (The Berber, Beni M’Guild Tribe, Morocco)
Width : 5feet Length: 10feet Hand embroidered of virgin wool and silk. $3,590.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
168 x 31 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $1,555.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
210 x 27 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $1,289.00
Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)

Nchakabwiin Skirt (Shoowa People, Congo)
360 x 34 ″ Hand woven of raffia and thread. $3,279.00
Kanti Cloth (Ashanti People, Republic of Ghana)

Kanti Cloth (Ashanti People, Republic of Ghana)
9 ft. 6 in. × 68 in. (289.6 × 172.7 cm) Hand woven of silk and cotton. $1,500.00
Kilim (The Berber, Beni M’Guild Tribe, Morocco)

Kilim (The Berber, Beni M’Guild Tribe, Morocco)
6ft-1 inches by 11 ft-5 inches Hand woven of virgin wool and cotton; coven embroidered. $4,500.00
Zaine Hanbel Kilim (Berber People. Morocco)

Zaine Hanbel Kilim (Berber People. Morocco)
Width: 72.5 inches Length: 11 feet & 3 inches Hand woven and embroidered of wool. $1,500.00
Zaine Tent Band or Caravan Cover (Berber People, Morocco)

Zaine Tent Band or Caravan Cover (Berber People, Morocco)
Width 63 inches Length 136 inches Hand woven of silk, cotton, wool and tin. $2,400.00
Zaine Tent Band or Caravan Cover (Berber People, Morocco)

Zaine Tent Band or Caravan Cover (Berber People, Morocco)
Width: 46 inches inches Length: 22 feet Hand woven of silk, cotton, wool and tin. $3,200.00
Kilim (The Berber, Zamour People, Morocco)

Kilim (The Berber, Zamour People, Morocco)
Width : 58 inches Length: 8 feet Hand embroidered of virgin wool. $1,850.00

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