Oral history of Kente: The Ewe perspective. Ewe version of Kente is made out of double-woven bands. [11] According to oral tradition, Ewe weaving goes back to the 16th century when weavers were among the migrants who resettled in Ghana from Benin Republic and Western Nigeria.

Although the Ewe (pronounced “Ev-ay”) are not as well known outside Ghana as the Asante they also weave many of the cloths known worldwide as kente. In fact many collectors regards Ewe textiles as the highest expression of African weaving artistry.

Kente cloth is also worn by the Ewe people, who were under the rule of the Asante kingdom in the late 18th century. It is believed that the Ewe, who had a previous tradition of horizontal loom weaving, adopted the style of kente cloth production from the …

the World’s most complicated weavings. A genuine kente cloth is made by the Ewe and Ashanti weavers in Ghana, a country in Africa. This cloth is special as it is worn as a piece of clothing and each pattern design has a name and a special meaning. The origins of kente cloth is sometimes said to date back to the 12th century but the exact date is

2025年2月20日 · Kente is a popular traditional Ghanaian cloth made using a wooden loom. It is popularly woven by the Asantes and Ewes. However, it’s also made on smaller scales in Togo.

2009年10月20日 · The Ewe people of Ghana, much like their Ashanti counterparts are very skilled artists and are well known for their Kente cloth designs. The techniques used are the same as those used by the Ashanti, however the choice of preferred patterns and design may vary due to cultural differences.

The cloth called kente, made by the Asante peoples of Ghana and the Ewe peoples of Ghana and Togo, is the best known of all African textiles. Kente's renown has spread internationally, so that it is now one of the most admired of all fabrics.

These authentic African treasures, handwoven in the Volta Region of Ghana, hold an eternal charm that is sure to captivate your senses. Crafted with the utmost skill, these vintage Ewe Kente cloths share an identical form of the narrow-strip loom technique with the Ashanti people.

Unlike the centralised Asante, Ewe Kente was more widely used and associated with prestige and special occasions, but not limited to royalty. Ewe Kente cloth featured a broader range of patterns and meanings, often reflecting everyday life rather than social hierarchy.

2024年6月21日 · Originating from the Ashanti and Ewe ethnic groups, Kente is more than just fabric; it is a tapestry of history and tradition. In this article, we will explore the history, handwoven techniques, and the differences between Ashanti Kente and Ewe Kente cloths.