Vintage Handwoven Baule Cloth – 55½″ × 44″ – Ivory Coast

Stunning Vintage Handwoven Baule Cloth – Bondoukou, Ivory Coast

• Size: 55 ½″ × 44″ (141 cm × 111 cm)

This Handwoven Baule cloth from Bondoukou, Ivory Coast, crafted on a traditional horizontal treadle loom, is in very good vintage condition. Minor stain and age-related wear add to its authentic charm. Perfect as a collector’s piece or functional decor use it as a wall hanging, sofa throw, bed covering, or wearable traditional textile.

About This Baule Cloth

This exquisite piece of Ivory Coast Baule cloth showcases strips of handwoven narrow-loom fabric meticulously sewn together, reflecting the rich textile artistry of West Africa. Every strip and sew line tells a story of cultural heritage and artisanal skill.

The Tradition & History of Baule Cloths

Baule cloths also known as Baule textiles or Baule traditional cloths originated with the Baule people of Côte d’Ivoire. Woven on narrow horizontal treadle looms, these cloths often feature symbolic motifs representing animals, nature, and daily life. Wood and raffia fibers were traditionally used, evolving to include cotton over time.

Symbols woven into Baule cloths can signify proverbs, spiritual beliefs, and social values. Used historically for clothing, ceremonial wraps, and status display, today they remain cherished in Ivory Coast daily life and prized by collectors worldwide.

Hand-spun and skillfully woven by Baule artisans, each cloth embodies generations of weaving knowledge and cultural storytelling. Its intricate patterns and sturdy construction reflect their mastery and deep connection to community traditions.

Own a piece of authentic African textile art an heirloom weaving tradition that continues to captivate and inspire.

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