Piece N° 030Antique Objects and Craft
Antique loom beater, African art
Used in traditional weaving, the beater pressed the weft threads together to form an even, dense cloth. In West Africa, these tools accompanied the making of textile strips that were sewn together into garments and fabrics.
- Origin
- Africa
About this piece
Made of a wooden frame and taut threads, this old loom part bears witness to the precision of the craft and the ingenuity of traditional textile techniques. Its dark patina and singular construction give it a sculptural presence today, between the memory of a gesture and a collector’s piece.
