Ceremonial Skirt Panel

NameSkirt Panel

CultureKuba people, Shobwa sub-group (?)

DateMid-20th century

Place madeZaire, Africa

(not assigned)Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa

MediumRaffia palm fiber

Dimensions25 1/2 x 48 in. (64.77 x 121.92 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.176

Object numberA.1995.93.176

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DescriptionA long rectangle with radius corners at one end has an intricate linear design dominated by two rows of large "X" shapes. The "X's" are made up of dark and light squares with dark or light centers creating an overall pattern of many square dots. Running the length of one long edge is a 3" band of similarly "dotted" diamond border. Alternating dark and light pinstripes of linear embroidery reinforce the cut pile designs; colors are browns and tan.