{"product_id":"vintage-mossi-indigo-cloth-1990s-handwoven-burkina-faso-34x29","title":"Vintage Mossi Indigo Cloth – 1990s Handwoven Burkina Faso 34\"x29\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVintage 1990s Handwoven Mossi Indigo Cloth from Burkina Faso\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbrace the timeless elegance of African textile art with this \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic vintage Mossi indigo cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e, handwoven by skilled artisans in Burkina Faso. Made from hand-spun cotton and dyed with natural indigo, this exquisite piece embodies the traditional craftsmanship of the Mossi tribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34\" x 29\" (86 cm x 73 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-spun cotton, natural indigo dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition with minor stains and light wear, consistent with age and authentic use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing traditional handspun indigo-dyed cotton yarn, this strip-woven cloth is a rare example of the wrappers historically worn by Mossi women. The weaving technique involves stitching narrow strips together to create a larger, durable textile, with each panel showcasing the artisan’s skill and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese indigo cloths carry deep cultural significance. In rural Burkina Faso, artisans continue to spin and weave cotton on traditional wooden looms, using plant-based indigo dyes to produce textiles of remarkable beauty and durability. Alongside the Mossi, the Marka people are also known for creating \u003cem\u003efaso dan fani, \u003c\/em\u003ea traditional cloth woven from cotton, kapok, and indigenous silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndigo cloths have historically served multiple purposes: as everyday garments, ceremonial wrappers, and treasured gifts during life milestones. The deep blue hue, achieved through multiple indigo dye baths, is symbolic of wealth, prestige, and spiritual protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Mossi indigo cloth is not just a decorative textile, it is a piece of African history, preserving the Saharan spirit and centuries-old traditions of weaving and dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more from our collections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloths and Textiles Collection\u003cbr\u003eAshanti Kente Cloths Collection\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tribalgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68054221390103,"sku":"voo1793097160465","price":47.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/0687\/6695\/files\/vintage-mossi-indigo-cloth-1990s-handwoven-burkina-faso-34x29_1.jpg?v=1793097165","url":"https:\/\/owenbrakepad.shop\/products\/vintage-mossi-indigo-cloth-1990s-handwoven-burkina-faso-34x29","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}