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The style of apron on this doll signifies that she has undergone her puberty rites and is now of marriageable age
shielding the areas it covers from the dye
These secured folds create a resist area where the cloth is protected from the dye
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Crafted by talented artisans in Africa
Vintage Baule Indigo Textile #404 Oba The style of apron onThis vintage textile was used as a "wrapper" in the West African Country of Ivory Coast by the Baule tribe. Made of finely spun hand woven cotton, the cloth was constructed by sewing the strips together into a larger piece. Once assembled the cloth was expertly tied to form a resist against the natural indigo dye. This textile has a soft supple hand found only in the finest vintage textiles. 58" x 40" " For further information: