{"product_id":"vintage-african-ceremonial-20th-c-cloth-ewe-strip-woven-cotton-ghana-211x127cm","title":"Vintage African Ceremonial 20th C Cloth EWE Strip-Woven Cotton GHANA 211x127cm","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eThis striking vintage 20th century Ewe ceremonial cloth from Ghana features a bold and balanced composition of black and white checkerboard panels combined with vibrant horizontal bands of red, yellow, green, and teal. Intricate geometric woven motifs appear throughout the patterned bands, adding depth, rhythm, and symbolic character to the textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eHandwoven in narrow cotton strips and meticulously stitched together, this cloth reflects traditional Ewe strip-weaving techniques renowned for their precision and graphic complexity. The interplay of checkerboard sections with richly detailed patterned bands creates a dynamic visual structure typical of ceremonial and prestige textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eEwe cloths are traditionally worn during important ceremonies and cultural events, signifying status, identity, and heritage. The strong graphic layout and vibrant yet balanced color palette make this piece equally suited for modern decorative display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eIdeal as a wall hanging, ceremonial display textile, collector’s piece, or statement artwork in global-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eGood vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e• Handwoven strip construction with visible joining seams\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e• Minor edge fraying consistent with age\u003cbr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e• Light signs of handling and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e• No major tears or structural damage observed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eOverall sturdy, vibrant, and display-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e211 x 127 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e83.1 x 50 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themhantiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56804996317559,"sku":"NR - AFS183","price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/5795\/0327\/files\/20251024_121925.jpg?v=1772168291","url":"https:\/\/themhantiques.com\/products\/vintage-african-ceremonial-20th-c-cloth-ewe-strip-woven-cotton-ghana-211x127cm","provider":"themhantiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}