Mossi Woman's Wrap / Skirt

Indigo stripes with a pale stitched pattern like a line of small arrows.

Mossi weavers of Burkina Faso, West Africa, made this woman’s wrap or skirt in cotton in the 20th century. Cotton wraps like this are commonly woven in strips and sewn together, and worn for dress and ceremony. Deep blue vertical bands carry rows of tiny pale arrow shapes running down the length of the cloth. The indigo dye has faded softly in places, giving the field a mottled tone.

About 60 inches by 44 inches. Hang it as a wall panel or drape it over a sofa.