Vintage 1960's Mali Africa Handmade Resist Indigo Dye Cotton Throw / Cloth
$ 83.6$ 50.16
Availability: 100 in stock
Country/Region of Manufacture:Mali
Provenance:Mali
Handmade:Yes
All returns accepted:ReturnsNotAccepted
Condition:Used
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Hi!
Thanks for looking! For sale is this genuine hand-stitched African
cloth from Mali. This is a magnificent example of resist dyeing of the
Mali people in West Africa. In Japan, this is known as "shibori". It is
37" by 61"(this doesn't include the fringe) so it can be used as a throw or as fabric for your artistic
or decorating needs. This was made and worn in the 1960's by the women
in Mali as the previous owner told me. It has not been washed by me. You
will get it as is. This is truly a great piece for a collector. The
colors are of such a beautiful pale to dark, vintage indigo hues. Truly unique! If you
are new to African Indigo hand dyeing, please know that all the
"imperfections" is part of the artistic process of the men and women who
hand-stitched these pieces of cloth together after dyeing the cotton
with Indigo. So please do NOT expect a perfect piece of fabric. Indigo
is known as "blue gold" and it was made famous in the USA when Levi
Strauss first dyed jeans with this plant dye. Please refer to all
pictures and notice all the intricacies, stitched parts, marks, and STAINS on this
GORGEOUS piece of cloth. Ask any questions you may have prior to
purchasing, for I do NOT accept returns. Thank you! (the jewelry/decor
on display is NOT part of the sale)