Showa cloth - 46.1 Whimsical One of the embroiderers' name

One of the embroiderers' name labels is attached to the cover and can easily be removed if you prefer (see image)

preferes low to medium filtered light conditons

we'll replace it

Beautiful patina from age and often seen with metal embellishments and repair works  from when these items where used in the field

Historic Details : The Showa fabric cushion hails from the Democratic Republic of Congo

Showa cloth - 46.1 Whimsical One of the embroiderers' nameShowa cloth from the Democratic Republic of Congo are made from raffia cut pile cloths, woven by Kuba men & embroidered by women with no stitching visible on the back. Highly prized for their complex geometric patterns, with inventive rythm & balance, they are uniquely individual designs, the Kuba people traded them as currency. Size: 63cm x 55cm