Vibrant colors and intricate patterns are distinct features of African textiles. A very good friend of mine from Ghana had occasionally worn clothes that emanate that kind of style and apparently, Kente cloths, as they are called, were once strictly reserved for royalty. And the way they are made is evidence of the weaver’s mastery of the craft.
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A novice weaver typically begins with a simple, unadorned wood pulley, whereas a master weaver, known for his quality work, will use an extremely well carved pulley in his loom, carved by a master carver, subtly announcing to all who pass by, the quality of his work.
Collectors Weekly tells us in more detail about the heddle pulleys and their various forms used to create beautiful African textiles.
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