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Korhogo Cloth – Telling Stories of Africa
One of Africa’s most unique and recognizable fabrics is Korhogo cloth. It is hand-crafted in the village of Korhogo in The Ivory Coast. Korhogo cloth is crafted by painting a design on hand spun, hand woven, and hand painted cotton … Continue reading
NEW Product Spotlight! Hand-Carved Gourd Ladles
Looking for an affordable, hand-crafted African stocking stuffer? People will think of Africa and of your remarkable gift every time they use one of these gourd ladles. Made from a dried-out, hollowed-out gourd that has been etched with burned designs. … Continue reading
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The Gankeke Bell or Gong And Its Unique History
What is a Gankeke Bell? The Gankeke Bell shaped gong is made out of iron, with a long square handle and a large acoustic body. The sound of the gong is used to summon the ancestors and gods. To create … Continue reading
The Making of African Kuba Cloth
Kuba cloth is just starting to become popular in the United States. Using the leaves of the raffia tree, the Kuba people of the Congo first hand cut, and then weave the strips of leaf to make pieces of fabric, … Continue reading
Banana Leaf Art – A Compelling African Tradition
Banana leaf artwork has been constant in African art for centuries. Native to Kenya, banana leaf art is composed of tiny slices of banana leaves that are cut and pasted or woven together. The banana leaves are sometimes dyed to … Continue reading
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The History and Use of African Makonde Masks
Inhabiting the southeast of Tanzania and the northeast of Mozambique are nearly 500,000 Makonde (pronounced mah-CONE-day), divided into matrilineal clans, each one comprising several villages. Decisions are made by a chief supported by a council. Clan members only meet for … Continue reading
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Marka Masks and Their Unique History
The Marka people, also known as the Warka, belong to the Soninke people whose settlements date back as far as 750 AD in Ghana. Conflicts with the Berbers compelled the Soninke to disperse into neighboring regions. The Marka people now … Continue reading
What Does This Mudcloth Design Mean?
Bones of a Snake. This pattern has an often disputed meaning, but the most common interpretation is that of bravery, because it refers to the bones of a snake, so it would identify a warrior killing a snake or showing … Continue reading
African Ebony Wood – Why It’s Different
Ebony wood is one of the most recognizable woods there is. Known for its incredible black sheen and its density, it is considered the most valued wood today. Ebony is the Greek word for “fruit of the gods”, and historically … Continue reading
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