Vintage-west Africa FON appliqué-hand sewn-patchwork-Avotita textile tapestry

Vintage West Africa -Dahomy-now known as Benin Those handmade patchwork fabric tapestries were created for the king for 300 years for by male Taylors and high ranking officials, displaying symbols of their power and achievements. After the French colonization of Dahomey it was named Benin and those textiles became popular for decorative designs at homes. This tapestry represents assorted animals in the kingdom Size approximately 39” x 28”