Raffia Textile
Title
Raffia Textile
Identifier
2010.2.2
Subject
African, Oceanic & New World Cultures
Description
Chameleon-foot pattern in center merging into interlocking diamonds with differing rectilinear interiors, some with rare use of rust color in center. Uncommon design; yellow-tan mat
Creator
Africa, Kuba, Zaire
Format
Palm fiber, vegetal dye
Overall: 18 1/2" x 17" (47 x 43.2 cm)
Date
early to mid-20th century
Donor
Gift of Ralph ('65) and Barbara Drake ('68) Bresler
Collection
Citation
Africa, Kuba, Zaire, “Raffia Textile,” Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum at Miami University, accessed March 29, 2024, https://miamiuniversityartmuseum.omeka.net/items/show/968.