Handwoven Ashanti Kente Cloth – Vintage 1970s Woman Size 67″×30″

Handwoven Ashanti Kente Cloth – Woman Size (67″ × 30 ¼″ / 170 cm × 77 cm)

Discover this authentic vintage Handwoven Ashanti Kente from Kumasi, Ghana crafted in the 1970s. A stunning ceremonial textile, this piece is in very good condition, with a few minor stains and gentle wear that only add to its rich character.

• Size: 67″ × 30 ¼″ (170 cm × 77 cm)
• Era: 1970s
• Condition: Very good minor age-related stains and wear
• Origin: Ashanti Region (Asante), Ghana, West Africa
• Weaving Method: Hand woven on a horizontal treadle loom, strips sewn together

This exquisite Ghana Ashanti Kente cloth is more than fabric it’s a vibrant tapestry of history, philosophy, ethics, oral tradition, and spiritual belief. Crafted with precision, each pattern and hue conveys profound meaning and cultural heritage.

About Ashanti Kente Cloths

The Ashanti Kente is a handwoven masterpiece originating from the Ashanti people of Ghana. Woven strip by strip on a horizontal treadle loom and then stitched together, each cloth can take weeks or even months to create depending on the complexity of the design and size.

Design & Symbolism: Each motif conveys unique meanings proverbs, historical events, moral values. The colors also hold special significance:
• Black: maturation, spiritual energy, mourning
• Blue: peace, harmony, love
• Green: growth, renewal, harvest
• Gold/Yellow: royalty, wealth, fertility
• Red: political passion, struggle, bloodshed
• White: purity, sanctification, festive occasions

Materials: While cotton and rayon are most common, rare and luxurious silk Kente exemplify the highest craftsmanship woven for royalty and special ceremonies.

Usage: Traditionally worn during ceremonies, festivals, and rites of passage, Kente is now cherished worldwide. Collectors display these textiles as wall hangings, bed covers, or sofa throws to honor African artistry.

Ashanti vs Ewe Kente: Though both originate in Ghana, Ashanti Kente (from the Asante region) and Ewe Kente (from southeastern Ghana) differ in weaving techniques, patterns, and cultural narratives. Ashanti designs often feature bold, geometric layouts, while Ewe Kente tends to weave more rhythmic and symbolic motifs.

History: Tracing back to the 17th century, Kente began as a royal cloth within Ashanti society. Today, it remains a symbol of African identity, prestige, and cultural continuity.

A true artifact of African heritage this vintage Ghana Ashanti Kente is your chance to own a piece of living history.

Explore more in our collections:

• Ewe Kente cloths at TribalGH
• Cloths & Textiles collection at TribalGH