Vintage Baoule African "Turquoise Forest" Ikat Throw

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Hand-woven by master weavers of the Baoulé people in the Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, these vintage textiles are celebrated for … Read more Hand-woven by master weavers of the Baoulé people in the Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, these vintage textiles are celebrated for their highly advanced technical execution and graphic sophistication. Unlike coarser tribal weaves, Baoulé cloth utilizes finely spun organic cotton to create a flat, impeccably aligned canvas of narrow strips joined by traditional top-stitching. The hypnotic patterns are achieved through meticulous warp ikat resist-dyeing alongside supplementary weft embroidery, introducing unexpected pinstripes of soft rose, emerald, and vibrant celebratory ochres.

As a genuine vintage textile, this piece carries a beautiful lived-in history and is not a new object; it features honest markers of its previous life—including soft fraying, open seams between strips, and historic mineral patinas—which are deeply valued by collectors as a map of authenticity. In today's interiors, designers highly prize these African throws to infuse clean-lined, modern spaces with an exotic narrative & raw texture.

As a vintage piece, this throw has been loved and cherished for decades, and its unique journey is reflected in blemishes or slight imperfections, adding to its authentic charm and story.


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