Patterns of Life: West African Strip-Weaving Traditions

By Peggy S. Gilfoy

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 087474475X
• ISBN13: 9780874744750
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Smithsonian Books
• Length: 95 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.

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patterns of life: west african strip-weaving traditions by peggy stoltz gilfoy 1987 national museum of african art "In many areas of West Africa, fabric is woven in long narrow strips. The strips are cut to length and then sewn together to make rectangular cloths with striking geometric patterns. These beautiful cloths are worn as wrappers, shawls, and robes. ............. the Art of West African Strip-Woven Cloth explores the creative activities of the various artisans involved in textile production: spinners, dyers, weavers, and sewers." out of print