The material is cotton damask, hand stitched traditional pattern. Areas of cloth are slightly damaged.
GEOGRAPHY / CULTURE GROUP: Sierra Leone, likely Mende, Temne or Mandingo.
Sierra Leone, West Africa is a country of multiple tribes practicing similar cultural traditions relating to the production of intricate tie-dyed cloth commonly referred to as gara cloth. Sierra Leone is comprised of three provinces and the Western Area. Men and women in all areas of the country produce tie-dyed cloth. The craftsmen take tremendous pride in the production of the vibrant and creative cloth.
The MendeThe Mende Peoples of Sierra Leone NA
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Mende, Temne or Mandingo
Sierra Leone
Imported cotton damask fabric and traditional indigo dye
