Wrapper (Lamba Akotifahana)
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A lamba is an untailored textile worn by all ages, classes, and genders across much of Madagascar. The lamba akotifahana takes its name from the weft-float motifs (akotifahana) that adorn it. Weavers added extra weft (horizontal) threads to make them. Representing the final pr...
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Terms
Culture
Madagascar, Merina Kingdom
Technique
Silk (Bombyx mori)
Medium
Silk (Bombyx mori)
Genre
Textile
Department
African Art
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