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Authentic African Kente Weaving Tools – Ashanti / Ewe Reed & Shuttle Set

Authentic African Kente Weaving Tools – Ashanti / Ewe Reed & Shuttle Set

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Authentic African Kente Weaving Tools – Ashanti Reed & Shuttle Set

Discover an African kente weaving tools set from Ghana’s Ashanti tradition, an old, hand-used loom tool duo: one reed (beater) and one shuttle (boat) with lovely dark patina and rich weaving history.

  • Reed (Beater) size: 7″ (17.5 cm) × 6½″ (17 cm)
  • Shuttle (Boat) length: 6½″ (17 cm)

This genuine set shows signs of authentic use, cracks, traditional repairs, and wear that speak to its practical life on an Ashanti horizontal treadle loom. The reed and shuttle carry a deep, dark patina from years of combing and passing the bobbin across vibrant warp threads.

Function & Cultural Significance

The reed (beater) packs the woven weft threads tightly into the warp, ensuring a consistent and firm cloth surface. The shuttle (boat) carries the bobbin of colorful weft yarn across the warp shed, enabling the weaver to create intricate patterns with precision.

Complete Kente Loom Components

A full Ashanti/Ewe horizontal treadle loom typically includes:

  • Wooden frame with horizontal beams
  • Treadles and pulleys to control warp tension
  • Warp and cloth beams
  • Heddles to separate warp threads
  • Your set: Reed and Shuttle

Kente History & Cultural Context

Kente cloth traces its origins to the 17th‑century Ashanti kingdom and serves as a ceremonial and symbolic garment. Each pattern represents historical events, proverbs, moral values, oral traditions, and philosophical beliefs. Both Ashanti and Ewe weavers in Ghana employ nearly identical wooden weaving loom tools, reflecting their shared cultural heritage.

Why This Tool Set Matters

This set is a tangible piece of weaving history, complete with traditional work signs and lovingly repaired by an artisan. Perfect for weavers, collectors, or lovers of authentic African craftsmanship. Use it for weaving, display, or simply as a cherished artifact of Ghanaian culture.

Condition note: Good overall, with historic cracks, repairs, and usage marks contributing to its authenticity.

Ready to use, admire, or celebrate the visual art of Kente weaving? Don’t miss exploring the stunning results this tool can create!

Explore how these tools bring Kente to life, then visit our Ashanti and Ewe cloth collections:

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