Samoan Woven Fine Mat Skirt (Lavalava) Signed By Artist
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:16971670 | Modified Item: No |
| Handmade: Yes | Country/Region of Manufacture: American Samoa |
Samoan Woven Fine Mat Lavalava, signed on back side by artist. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.Soft and plyable woven mat is the traditional lava (wrap around waist clothing). Today it is replicated by flowery sheets of cotton and worn in traditional dances.This piece is in very good condition and is woven of soft and thin fiber harvested and tooled by hand in Samoa. It is truly large and suited to fit extra large waist for traditional wear: measuring 78 inches long ...and 42 inches wide. Bordered by orange and pink feathers. Several feathers are missing (see photos).It has been boxed and stored as originally folded by the craftsman. It is suitable for framing or hanging. It may be flattened for framing by pressing flat in a humid environment.No defects or decay by environmental or pests.Appx 50 years old.
