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Handwoven Ashanti Kente Cloth – Vintage Woman Size 1970s
Handwoven Ashanti Kente Cloth – Vintage Woman Size 1970s
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Authentic Vintage Handwoven Ashanti Kente Cloth – Woman Size (1970s)
Discover a stunning piece of Ghanaian heritage with this Handwoven Ashanti Kente, expertly crafted in Kumasi, Ghana during the 1970s. A wearable work of art, this ceremonial cloth is perfect for special occasions or as a striking decorative accent in your home.
- Size: 93 ½″ × 60 ½″ (237 cm × 153 cm)
This exquisite vintage cloth remains in excellent condition, with only minor signs of age and wear hallmarks of its authentic, well-loved life.
Why You’ll Love This Ghana Ashanti Kente
- Handwoven on a traditional horizontal treadle loom in Kumasi
- Original 1970s vintage steeped in decades of history and ceremony
- Rich visual storytelling woven into every strip: history, philosophy, values and more
- Extensive weaving time this cloth took weeks or even months to complete
- Versatile use: wear it, display it as a wall hanging, sofa throw, or bedspread
✨ Authentic African Art for Your Home or Wardrobe
This isn’t just a cloth it’s a statement. Made by master weavers of the Ashanti (Asante) people in Kumasi, each pattern and hue tells stories spanning generations. Ideal for collectors, cultural ambassadors, or anyone seeking a tangible connection to Ghanaian tradition.
About Ashanti Kente Cloth
Ashanti Kente cloth also known simply as Kente originated in the 17th century among the Ashanti people of Ghana. Woven by skilled artisans on narrow-strip looms, these cloths celebrated royal ceremonies and cultural rites through bold patterns and vibrant colors.
Weaving & Design:
Woven on a horizontal treadle loom, external warp strips are sewn together to form the final cloth. Each cloth takes from several weeks to several months, depending on complexity and size.
Symbolism in Design & Color:
- Black: maturity, spiritual energy, mourning
- Blue: peace, harmony, love
- Gold/Yellow: royalty, wealth, spiritual purity
- Green: renewal, growth, fertility
- Red: political passion, struggle, sacrifice
Each pattern carries names and meanings celebrating proverbs, histories, ethical beliefs, and cultural narratives.
Materials:
This cloth is crafted from traditional cotton and rayon threads; rarer Vintage Kente pieces sometimes incorporate silk threads making them even more prized.
Ashanti vs. Ewe Kente:
While both Ashanti (Asante) and Ewe people weave Kente, Ashanti patterns are bold and geometric with royal connotations. Ewe Kente tends towards lighter fabrics and detailed interwoven symbols with designs often resembling Adinkra symbols.
Historical Journey:
From 17th-century royal apparel to modern collectibles, Kente has transcended its ceremonial roots. Today it’s a cultural icon worn during graduations, weddings, funerals and displayed globally in museums and private collections.
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