DepartmentAfrica

Apron

NameApron

CultureMumuye

Date20th century

(not assigned)Nigeria, Africa

MediumCotton

Dimensions17 5/16 × 22 13/16 in. (44 × 58 cm)

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