Stripwoven Blanket (Khasa)

20th century
Not on view
This strip-woven woolen cloth is composed of eight narrow bands. The weft floats are woven to form a pattern of lozenges, triangles, chevrons, lines, and spots.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Stripwoven Blanket (Khasa)
  • Date: 20th century
  • Geography: Mali
  • Culture: Fulani peoples
  • Medium: Wool
  • Dimensions: L. 99 x W. 52 1/2 in. (251.5 x 133.4 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Woven
  • Credit Line: Gift of Labelle Prussin, 1997
  • Object Number: 1997.446.3
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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