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African Grass Mats: Researched and Conserved by Samantha Walsh

August, 2020 by Sarah Teel

These two grass mats are made of raffia, a durable material derived from palm tree leaves, which is a traditionally used in making many woven goods in Central Africa.  Among others, the Kongo and Kuba cultures are known for making elaborately woven cloths and mats from raffia fibers. As shown in these mats, the Kongo and the Kuba are also known for dyeing palm fibers with … [Read more...] about African Grass Mats: Researched and Conserved by Samantha Walsh

Filed Under: 2017 Fall, ART/MST 488: Basic Conservation of Art and Artifacts Tagged With: africa, african art, grass mat, kongo culture

Akua’ba Figure: Researched, Conserved, and Restored by Leslie Dunaway

August, 2020 by Sarah Teel

The Akua’ba (plural Akua’ma) is a famous type of sculpture made by the Asante cultures of the country of Ghana, in Western Coastal Africa.  These figures are made in a very recognizable form, typically with a flattened round or oval head with a high forehead; heavy, curved eyebrows; almond-shaped, downcast eyes; a straight, pyramid-shaped nose; and a tiny mouth.  They also have … [Read more...] about Akua’ba Figure: Researched, Conserved, and Restored by Leslie Dunaway

Filed Under: 2017 Fall, ART/MST 488: Basic Conservation of Art and Artifacts Tagged With: africa, african art, akua'ba, akua'ba figure, asante culture, wood figure

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