Vintage 1980s Mossi Indigo Cloth – Handwoven Burkina Faso 62"x36"

Vintage 1980s Handwoven Mossi Indigo Cloth from Burkina Faso

Celebrate the beauty of West African textile traditions with this authentic vintage Mossi indigo cloth from Burkina Faso. Expertly crafted by Mossi artisans in the 1980s, this cloth showcases the artistry of hand-spun cotton and natural indigo dyeing, a skill passed down through generations.

• Size: 62 1/2" x 36" (159 cm x 91 cm)
• Materials: Hand-spun cotton, natural indigo dyes
• Condition: Good vintage condition with minor stains and light wear, adding to its authentic charm

This textile is made from narrow strips of handwoven cotton, stitched together to form a larger piece, a hallmark of Mossi weaving. The deep indigo tones were achieved using a meticulous dyeing process involving repeated immersion in natural plant-based indigo, producing a rich and lasting hue.

Cultural Significance of Mossi Indigo Cloths

The Mossi people of Burkina Faso have a proud heritage of weaving and indigo dyeing. Traditionally, women spun the cotton by hand while men wove the strips on narrow looms. Indigo cloths served both practical and ceremonial purposes, worn as wrappers, used in important life events, and exchanged as valued gifts.

The color indigo carried symbolic weight, often representing wealth, status, and spiritual protection. Patterns woven into the strips could signify cultural identity, convey symbolic meaning, or simply showcase the creative expression of the artisan.

Today, vintage Mossi indigo cloths are treasured by collectors, interior decorators, and lovers of authentic African craftsmanship. Their versatility allows them to be displayed as wall hangings, used as decorative throws, or incorporated into contemporary design projects, each piece telling a story of skill, heritage, and tradition.

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