#661 Superb African Square Kuba Textile Ottoman 16" L x 16" W x 14.5" H

This exceptional ottoman is upholstered with vintage handmade Kasai Velvet Kuba cloth, showcasing an embroidered geometric pattern crafted from raffia, a palm-derived fiber. Complemented by brown faux leather cotton, it exudes refined elegance. Historically, Kasai cloth served as currency and was prized for trade, dowries, and exchanges. In the 19th century, European missionaries admired the craftsmanship and encouraged increased production, leading to its use in religious vestments and European home décor. Dimensions: 16" L x 16" W x 14.5" H.