Description
Woven traditions meet contemporary design in this hand-stitched pouch made from baule cloth—a centuries-old textile technique from Côte d'Ivoire. Artisans in Maai Mahiu, Kenya, cut and sew each one by hand, combining hand-dyed cotton strips whose irregular patterns reflect the rhythm of the loom and the maker's touch.
Perfect as a cosmetic bag or for organizing any small odds and ends, it celebrates the living artisan tradition of hand-dyed baule cloth while supporting more than 800 Maasai artisans in Kenya.
Museum Story
The National Museum of African Art began as a private educational institution in 1964 to promote cross-cultural understanding in the social sciences and arts. Founded by Warren M. Robbins, it was known as the Museum of African Art and located on Capitol Hill in a townhouse that had been the home of Frederick Douglass, the African American abolitionist and statesman. In 1979 the museum became part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge.
Details
- Cotton, brass zipper
- 5.9"H x 11.4"W x 3"D
- Spot clean or hand wash gently with mild detergent. To preserve the fabric, avoid bleach and air dry.
- Made in Kenya
