mid-20th century
"Kuba Cloth 5" Geometric Fiber Art, Handmade, from Democratic Republic of Congo
Located in Austin, TX
Fiber Art by Kuba Artists Fabric Size: 26 x 23 in. Frame Size: 30 x 25.5 Vintage, Handmade Cultural Heritage Art from Democratic Republic of the Congo. The foundation cloth is wove...
Fabric
"Kuba Cloth 1" Geometric Fiber Art, Handmade, from Democratic Republic of Congo
Located in Austin, TX
Fiber Art by Kuba Artists Fabric Size: 26 x 23 in. Frame Size: 30 x 25.5 Vintage, Handmade Cultural Heritage Art from Democratic Republic of the Congo. The foundation cloth is wo...
Fabric, Thread
"Kuba Cloth 3"
Located in Austin, TX
Fiber Art by Kuba Artists Fabric Size: 26 x 23 in. Frame Size: 30 x 25.5 in. Vintage, Handmade Cultural Heritage Art from Democratic Republic of the Congo. The foundation cloth is ...
Fabric
"Kuba Cloth 4"
Located in Austin, TX
Fiber Art by Kuba Artists Fabric Size: 26 x 23 in. Frame Size: 30 x 25.5 in. Vintage, Handmade Cultural Heritage Art from Democratic Republic of the Congo. The foundation cloth is ...
Fabric
3rd to 5th Century Coptic Egyptian Textile fragment beige dark blue Brocade
Located in Austin, TX
Textile size 8.5 x 10 in. Frame size 13.5 x 15 in. This piece is an ancient Coptic Egyptian textile fragment, dating from the 3rd to 5th century CE. It is composed of a coarse, plai...
Textile, Linen, Dye
"La Neige" (The Snow) Wool Knotted Tapestry
Located in Austin, TX
This unique wool knotted tapestry was created by Swiss artist Claire Wermeille. This piece is tan and beige with dark brown, orange, olive green, an...
Wool
African D.R. Congo 20th Century Embroidered Raffia Kuba Cloth, Lattice Design
Located in Queens, NY
African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century Kuba cloth made of woven and dyed raffia palm fronds features a black, beige and brown zigzag lattice embroidery. (Similar items...
Early 20th Century Geometric African Kuba Cloth
Located in Dublin, NH
African Kuba cloth. Collection of Lucille A. Lamkin.
Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt The Bushong people are one of the largest and most dominant ethnic groups within the Kuba Kingdom in the DR Congo, and h...
Raffia
Hand Crafted Kuba Cloth Wall Hanging from D.R. Congo, 1960's
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The Kuba cloth (velours du kasai) is a captivating piece of textile art hailing from the Kasai Region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Crafted by hand in the 1960s, this Kuba cloth wall hanging is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Kuba people. The textile features a meticulous process of handweaving and embroidery using raffia palm fibers, showcasing intricate geometric patterns. The use of natural pigments in the dyeing process adds an earthy and authentic touch to the piece. As a vintage item, this Kuba Cloth is not only a stunning decorative element but also a tangible link to the past, carrying with it the history and craftsmanship of the Kuba people. Its authenticity is underscored by the fact that each Kuba cloth is one of a kind, reflecting the unique artistic expression of the weaver. Whether displayed as a wall hanging, used as a textile accent, or incorporated into interior design, the Kuba cloth invites a sense of cultural richness and historical significance. Embrace the beauty of this vintage, authentic artifact...
Raffia
African D.R. Congo Embroidered Raffia Kuba Cloth, Light Brown Monotone
Located in Queens, NY
African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century Kuba cloth made of woven and dyed raffia palm fronds features a gray, beige and light brown zigzag geometric embroidery. (Simila...
Vintage Handwoven African Kuba Textile Panel, Raffia, Wall Decor, 1930
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Vintage Handwoven and hand died raffia panel - Suitable for wall decoration over a bed or leaning on a long table B/ 1658-1.
Raffia
