Wandering Spirit: African Wax Prints

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This exhibition is a tribute to the century-old handmade designs and patterns on textiles that originated in Indonesia and were copied and industrialized by Europeans and exported to Africa. Wandering Spirit: African Wax Prints traces the developmental pathway of the African wax print and tells how these fabrics reflect the stories, dreams, and personalities of the people who wear them.

Credit: Exhibition overview from museum website.         

  • Fiber Arts
  • Africa
  • Culture / Lifestyle
  • Various artists

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