Unrecorded artist, Ewe Peoples

Odanudo, prestige wrap

About the Session

A strong contemporary thread runs throughout the sale, rooted in long-standing tradition.  Selective historic textiles offer a vital counterpoint and illuminate the deep sources that continue to inspire contemporary makers.


Sold for

ZAR 36 038
Lot 3
  • Unrecorded artist, Ewe Peoples; Odanudo, prestige wrap


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 24 000 - 28 000
Selling Price
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ZAR 36 038
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About this Item

Togo/Ghana mid 20th century
Odanudo, prestige wrap
cotton strip weave
height: 198cm; width: 320cm

Notes

Sophisticated strip weave with detailed supplementary float design. These handwoven strip-weave Odanudo (skilled cloths) were worn on special occasions to demonstrate social status and wealth.

"Colour, pattern, materials, and images are used to communicate important information about cultural identity and belief systems. Images in textile design are connected to the proverbial wisdom, folklore, and mythic traditions that undergird all aspects of Ewe traditional society." 1

1. Malika Kramer (2006) 'Origin Disputed: The Making, Use and Evaluation of Ghanaian Textiles' ,Afrique Archeologie Arts, vol 4, pages 53-76

Provenance

Michael Heuermann Collection

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