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A superb antique Kuba textile from Kasai, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
A traditional woven and embroidered raffia textile, collected in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It features a beautiful antique patina, with signs of use, irregularities, and visible wear, all testifying to its history.
This woven and embroidered raffia piece is distinguished by a particularly elaborate geometric composition, consisting of intertwined lines, diamonds, and repetitive angular motifs.
The contrast between the dark brown and natural ochre tones, combined with the texture of the cut-pile embroidery, gives this textile a remarkable graphic presence.
Kuba textiles hold an important place in the artistic traditions of Central Africa. Their decorative richness and compositional freedom make them highly sought-after pieces today in the worlds of African art and contemporary interior design.
Formerly part of a collection, acquired in the Congo.
Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kasai region, Kuba culture.
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