Tacked to a tree, and then split into groups of fifty fibers. This woman's tube skirt is created in an astonishing technique where up to 1500 raffia fibers are tied into a bunch. more of the fiber of the raffia palm, and the technique pre-dates the later strip looms that weave cotton and silk- an outside Islamic influence. Very rare, circa early 20th century, African tie-dye ceremonial textile, done by the Dida people of the Ivory Coast. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,īeautiful. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Recommended Reading: See Colleyn's BAMANA-THE ART OF EXISTENCE IN MALI. The amulets provide safety, and its contents were known only by the owner. The wilderness is regarded as both dangerous and valuable, both as a source of food and as a source of spiritual gifts. Our tunic is a superb example of Bamana hunter costumes on which multiple small horns and leather fetish packets filled with unknown materials or verse from the Koran, to ensure a successful hunt and protection during battles. And collectors love these pieces since they almost always have a fascinating array of protective and"good-luck" amulets attached to their surface. Bamana hunting-related items are well-known and quite sought-after. Such ritual tunics were also found among other Mande groups in Mali and among the Akan/Asante peoples of Ghana. Additional Information: This fine warrior or hunter's tunic decorated with amulets of all kind comes from the Bamana people of Mali. For some of them, a very gentle HAND washing(NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. And do not accept returns of textiles which have been laundered in any manner.
Stains, We do not recommend laundering textiles. with fringes, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, General wear. sleeves x 28 inches shoulders x 42 inches H. Leather, mirrors, amulets, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 61 inches W. Hunting tunic, Country of Origin, Mali, People, Bamana, Materials. Title, Bamana Hunter Tunic/ Hunting Jacket Mali African, Type of Object, Hunter Tunic.
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