Vintage Traditional Handwoven Niger Souban Cloth - Blanket Textile 285x195cm

Description

This impressive vintage handwoven Souban cloth from Niger features a richly patterned composition of alternating geometric panels and vibrant multicolor stripe bands. Intricate black and white woven motifs are interspersed with bold accents of orange, green, blue, red, and yellow, creating a dynamic and visually complex design.

Handwoven in narrow strips and carefully stitched together, this textile reflects traditional West African strip-weaving techniques known for their precision and graphic sophistication. The repeating blocks of geometric patterning combined with colorful linear bands give the cloth a rhythmic, architectural quality.

Souban textiles are traditionally worn as wrapped garments and ceremonial cloths, valued for their durability and symbolic woven designs. With its large scale and striking pattern work, this example makes a powerful decorative statement.

Ideal as a wall hanging, large bed cover, ceremonial display textile, or collector’s piece in global, tribal, or eclectic interiors.

Condition

Good vintage condition.

• Handwoven strip construction with visible joining seams
• Minor edge fraying consistent with age
• Light signs of handling and use
• No major tears or structural damage observed

Overall sturdy, vibrant, and display-ready.

Size

285 x 195 cm
112.2 x 76.8 inches