Image
Unknown Maker, possibly
Akunitan (“Cloth of the Great”) Chief’s Wrapper
Recent Acquisition
Description
Maker
Unknown Maker, possibly
Culture
Title
Akunitan (“Cloth of the Great”) Chief’s Wrapper
Year
1970s
Materials/Techniques
Geography
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Geographic Reference: Ghana, southern
Dimensions
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Width: 208.9 cm (82 1/4 inches)
Credit / Object Number
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Credit
Gift of John and Joanna McWilliam
Object Number
2023.44.4 Type
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Tombstone
Unknown Maker, possibly
Akunitan (“Cloth of the Great”) Chief’s Wrapper, 1970s
Wool plain weave with rayon machine embroidery
Width: 208.9 cm (82 1/4 inches)
Gift of John and Joanna McWilliam 2023.44.4
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