Antique Henna-Dyed Berber Hanbel Flatweave
N°
00332
Period
Circa 1920
Origin
High Atlas, Morocco
Tribe
Ait Ouaouzguite tribe
Materials
Wool
Status
Available
Size
390 cm x 130 cm12'9" x 4'3"
A very finely woven woman’s wrapper, woven in wool with details in cotton, embellished by touches of henna dye. These were considered items of prestige and were worn during special occasions.