{"product_id":"kuba-textile","title":"KUBA TEXTILE","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Hand-Woven Kuba Raffia Textile Panel\u003cbr\u003eKuba Kingdom, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003cbr\u003eMid-to-Late 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural Raffia Fiber, Hand-Spun and Natural Vegetable Dyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Square 62cm x 64cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mesmerizing piece of African art, this vintage Kuba textile is entirely hand-woven by the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Made from the fibers of the raffia palm, this decorative panel showcases the legendary genius and labor-intensive artistry that has inspired generations of modern artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich in earthy tones, geometric complexity, and textural variation, it serves as both a historic cultural artifact and a versatile statement piece for the modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Kuba Velvet\" Technique: To create these textiles, men first harvest, split, and weave the raffia palm fibers on upright looms into a base cloth. Women then execute the complex ornamentation, using natural vegetable dyes to create the black, ocher, and natural tan hues, applying traditional embroidery and sheared-pile (appliqué) techniques to create its plush, \"velvet\" texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis panel features a wonderfully dense, repeating diamond or lozenge pattern, inset with smaller dark checkerboard and geometric motifs. True to the Kuba ethos, the patterns are delightfully asymmetric and natural, the artist intentionally varies the visual rhythm, celebrating improvisation and individual creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe textile is finished with a thick, hand-sewn woven natural raffia border that beautifully frames the intricate interior work, emphasizing its completely handmade origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal Display \u0026amp; Styling\u003cbr\u003eThis square Kuba panel is highly collectible and easily integrated into interior designs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame it under glass or on a custom jute mount for spectacular wall art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroup it with other African textiles for a rich, curated gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrape it on a tabletop, chest, or ottoman to inject natural warmth, history, and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eIn excellent vintage condition, showing beautiful, aged softening to the natural colors and fibers. Minor irregularities in the weave and pattern are natural characteristics of this hand-made historic process, adding to its authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Afrahouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68107776393520,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/3699\/9728\/files\/KUBA_TEXTILE_6f72aa83-6633-4f97-8f35-f8a0422a294b.jpg?v=1792166647","url":"https:\/\/www.afrahouse.com\/fr\/products\/kuba-textile","provider":"Afrahouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}