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Tapestry 1851

$3,900.00
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Description

Celebrate the beauty in simplicity with this vintage hand-woven African tapestry, a captivating textile artwork that portrays life in a rural village. Depicting people and animals engaged in daily routines, this tapestry tells a universal story of community and family through a distinctly African lens.

Its primitive, almost childlike aesthetic lends it an authentic charm that contrasts strikingly with the ornate sophistication of European verdure tapestries. This piece embodies a unique cultural narrative—humble yet powerful in its artistic expression—making it an ideal accent for interiors that appreciate craftsmanship, heritage, and storytelling.   Woven with natural fibers by African artisans, this textile offers rich texture and soul, suitable for use as wall art.

Dimensions: 3' 7" x 5'
Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Africa
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1851

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