The material is cotton damask, dyed with green and yellow dyes. (two of these - 2022.01.139 and 2022.01.140)
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.
