Tag - Ngongo

Large Kuba Raffia Skirt – NGONGO – DR Congo

Raffia Vinifera fibers. Mid 20th century. Approximately cm. 60,0 x 600,0 (2 x 20 Ft). Elegant and important fabric; chequered patterns represent the interaction of opposites (male-female, day and night, and so on). The length and the elegance of the skirt measure the prestige of the owner. These tissues were also used...