Raffia Cloth

• Artist: Kuba (Culture)
• Medium: Raffia
• Geographical Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Dates: 19th century
• Dimensions: 27 9/16 x 22 13/16 in. (70 x 58 cm)
• Collection: Arts of Africa
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 3MZP12, 1J
• Accession Number: 22.553
• Image: 22.553_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 0,

Catalogue Description:
Plain weave raffia cloth with cut pile and flat embroidery. Diamond motif. Hemmed around entire cloth. Colors: Natural, gold, and dark brown. Condition: Fair to poor. Torn across width but cut pile in good condition.