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Apron
Apron
Apron
Museum of International Folk Art

Apron

Date20th century
(not assigned)Nigeria, Africa
MediumCotton
Dimensions17 5/16 × 22 13/16 in. (44 × 58 cm)
ClassificationsClothing, Outerwear
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Terms
  • Nigeria
Object numberFA.2012.59.5
DescriptionRounded, slightly triangular indigo blue and light tan cotton apron of strip woven cloth with natural, light brown embroidery centered on each strip. The lower edge is finished with natural cotton fringed trim. The top edge with a similar, unfringed edging. At the upper corners are small tabs formed of the lower edging of the fabric
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