DepartmentTextiles-Africa
Wall-hanging of Cerenchia golden silkworm cocoons
NameWall-hanging of unspun silk cocoons
CultureMalagasy
Datec. 2021
Place madeMaroantsetra, Madagascar, Africa
MediumCerenchia golden silkworm cocoons, natural dye
Dimensions114H x 38W in
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, MNM Collection, Purchased from the 2021 International Folk Art Market with funds from JoAnn and Bob Balzer
Object numberA.2022.12.1
ProvenancePurchased from the artist/maker collective during the 2021 International Folk Art Market (Milner Plaza, Santa Fe, NM)
DescriptionGreenish-grey background with biege zag zag/diamond pattern throughout, Wall-hanging of Cerenchia golden silkworm cocoons
c. 1910
Late 19th century
1880 - 1910
Mid-late 20th century
