Adire

NameWall Hanging

CultureYoruba people

Date20th century

Place madeNigeria, Africa

MediumCotton cloth with indigo dye

Dimensions62 × 46 in. (157.4803 × 116.8402 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.69

Object numberA.1995.93.69

Collections

The Lloyd Cotsen & Neutrogena Collection

DescriptionRepeat design, rows of blue and white triangles. The rows curve slightly and the triangles vary in size, creating an undulating rhythm across the surface. Colors are indigo and white; made of handspun and woven cotton; decorated with a tritik stitch dyed technique. Warp 62" x weft 46"