A fine flat basket mat made of vegetal fibers and threads from the 20th century. The artisan has used the …
A fine flat basket mat made of vegetal fibers and threads from the 20th century. The artisan has used the coiled technique to create these cover plates. The designs on them recall those found on textiles. This well made plate mat comes probably from the Fulani. The Fulani are a nomadic people found in several countries including Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon, and Chad. This mat would have been made in one of this countries.
- Dimensions
- 16.5ʺW × 16.5ʺD × 0.25ʺH
- Styles
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fiber
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Tear Sheet
- Condition Notes
Good, general wear. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by …
Good, general wear. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage.























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