The artisans, creators of the wonders of the world displayed here,
our tribute.
Collection of material culture
Discover some of the pieces from the Africa Collection
Panorama Africa Collection
Video series on African handmade fabrics
The 3rd episode of the series addresses INDIGOS, artisanal fabrics present in various cultures on the African continent with unique techniques for coloring the fabrics with this deep blue, making it an important part of their ways of signifying the world.
The 2nd episode of the series addresses Kuba artisanal fabrics from the Democratic Republic of Congo, textile technologies dating back to the 17th century and important aesthetic evocations from Central Africa.
The 1st episode of the series covers KENTE, one of the best-known artisanal textiles on the African continent, originating from the Asante and Ewe culture.
