Aso-oke cloth -- Yoruba (Murnane, 1978)
Scope and Contents
Slides of Africa from various sources; these slides document a variety of topics such as agriculture, landscapes, city scenes, villages, architecture, industry, transportation, commerce, and people, from throughout Africa during the 20th century.
Dates
- Majority of material found within 1960 - 2000
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on use of the materials in the department for research; all patrons must comply with federal copyright regulations. To inquire about access to this collection, please contact the Herskovits Library at africana@northwestern.edu.
Extent
From the Collection: 99 Boxes (99 slide boxes.)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Narrow strips or bands measuring from two to five inches wide, but usually three and a half to four inches, are woven by men on horizontal looms. Lengths of the strips are sewn together so that they form one large cloth. Traditional colors are deep red, tan, blue-black, and black. Fibers used are cotton or indigenous wild silk. Warp striping is common. Another decorative effect often seen is created with a series of small holes joined by long, loose yarns floating vertically or diagonally from one hole to another. Inlaid weft yarns may also be used.
Library Details
Part of the Melville J. Herskovits Library of African Studies Repository
Main Library, 5th Floor, East Tower
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Evanston IL 60208-2300 US
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africana@northwestern.edu