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Skirt with tie-dyed circles. Handwoven palm fiber fabric with knotted decoration on hem. Dye is probably tukula (camwood).

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Man's Skirt

Maker Kuba Artist

Date20th century

Place of originDemocratic Republic of Congo, Africa

MediumRaffia fibers, natural dye

Dimensions29 1/2 in. x 11 ft. 1 1/2 in. (74.9 x 339.1 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donor

Object number2003.18.1

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionSkirt with tie-dyed circles. Handwoven palm fiber fabric with knotted decoration on hem. Dye is probably tukula (camwood).

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