Rare Mounted Kirdi Beaded Tapestry -Blue Houses

Beaded Kirdi Tapestry  Origin: Cameroon  Composition: large gloss beads, cowrie shells, fiber.  Weight : 11.6 lbs . Very resistant , can handle heavy pressure. Dimension : 35 Inch x 51 inch Year : 2018 Unique style and rare find beaded tapestry from the Kirdi ethnic people in Northwestern Cameroon. Meticulously weaved by Kirdi women, this piece is traditionally called Mabadji (phonetically: /mäbäjē/). Kirdi Tapestries can be used as backdrop during traditional ceremonies or offered as wedding gift by the parents of the newlywed. In the past, only chiefs and high ranked personality could enjoy this artwork. This fine art is created with elaborate images and symbolic designs. The blue houses represent Kirdi traditional huts and the diamond shapes in the graphic symbolize women fertility. Cowry shells are attached to the fringes to finish this piece. Fibers used for the weaving are very resistant and will last for generations. The weaving of Kirdi tapestries takes from 9 to 18  months to