The Fashion Archive Auction
Lot 181:
Description
There are 2 African heritage shawls with traditional African wax print patterns otherwise known as Ankara. Both shawls are made from cotton and are from the Movement Impex Trading Co Bombay. The company itself exports textiles from Mumbai to countries across Africa with their printing, dyeing, and textile processing. One shawl is in brown, yellow, black, and white and it features a lion’s profile with their mouth open next to an outline of Africa. This image is then repeated on a smaller scale along the border. It is in good condition. Also included is a shawl with the same design but in green, yellow, black, and white. It features the same lion growling in profile next to an outline of Africa. It is in good condition. In house Flat Rate Shipping of $20 is a domestic shipping estimate for the first lot and includes insurance. We will gladly combine multiple lots for your convenience and economy. Each additional lot we can pack in the same box is $5-10 each.
Condition report:
Please note, antique clothing, over 100 years old, and some vintage clothing, may not be suitable wearing. Please consider all photos and descriptions prior to bidding. Please contact Dana Auctions directly with any questions. In House Shipping costs: typically, 1st Clothing Lot Ships for $20-$25, (Smaller Accessories 1st Lot, $10-15), $5 each additional lots are $5-10.
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