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Antique Framed Print : Africa, Ghana, Volta Region. Looms in a factury in the Kente weavers village
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Africa, Ghana, Volta Region. Looms in a factury in the Kente weavers village
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Agotime Kpetoe Cloth Cloths Fabric Ghana Kente Loom Manufactury Textile Textiles Tradition Volta Region Weave Weaver Weaving Westafrica Westafrican Workshop Woven Yarn Hand Loom Looms
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.8cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of Africa's vibrant culture and rich traditions in the Volta Region of Ghana. In the heart of Agotime Kpetoe, a small village known for its skilled Kente weavers, looms fill a bustling factory. The intricate process of creating these exquisite fabrics is showcased as talented artisans meticulously weave colorful yarns together. The image transports us to this traditional workshop where hand looms take center stage. The rhythmic clatter of the loom echoes through the air as master weavers skillfully manipulate threads with an awl, bringing life to each unique design. This ancient craft has been passed down through generations, preserving Ghana's cultural heritage. The fabric produced here is no ordinary cloth; it is Kente - a symbol of prestige and pride among Ghanaians. Each pattern tells a story or represents significant aspects of Ewe culture. As we gaze upon this scene, we are reminded that behind every thread lies centuries-old customs and values. This photograph encapsulates not only the beauty and complexity of African textiles but also celebrates the resilience and creativity found within local communities across West Africa. It serves as a reminder that tradition can thrive alongside modernity, weaving together past and present in harmonious unity.
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