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Cloth

Date20th century
Label TextWeaving fabric in strips that are nearly four inches across, the creator of this cloth had to calculate a precise arrangement to execute this striking composition. High contrast colors are used to set up pulses of pattern that add to the kaleidoscope of clothing which continues to thrive in West Africa. Ewe patrons would wear such cloth for festivals, religious celebrations, and important transitions in life.
Object number81.17.438
Credit LineGift of Katherine White and the Boeing Company
Dimensions53 3/4 x 82 3/16 in. (136.5 x 208.8 cm)
MediumCotton
Photo: Paul Macapia
Ghanaian
Object number: 81.17.466
Cloth
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20th century
Object number: 81.17.321
Photo: Paul Macapia
Ghanaian
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Object number: 81.17.433
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Object number: 81.17.456
Cloth
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Object number: 81.17.460
Cloth
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Object number: 81.17.462
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Object number: 81.17.467
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Object number: 81.17.471
Photo: Paul Macapia
Ghanaian
20th century
Object number: 81.17.472
Cloth
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Object number: 81.17.476