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product_id: 38118643
title: "African Mud Cloth"
brand: "authentic africa"
price: "₩12088"
currency: KRW
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/38118643-african-mud-cloth
store_origin: KR
region: South Korea
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# Handmade craftsmanship from Mali Generous 68x43 inch dimensions 100% natural cotton fabric African Mud Cloth

**Brand:** authentic africa
**Price:** ₩12088
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌍 Wrap yourself in culture and exclusivity with every thread!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** African Mud Cloth by authentic africa
- **How much does it cost?** ₩12088 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- authentic africa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted authentic africa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Natural & Breathable:** 100% cotton ensures comfort and eco-conscious style for everyday wear or decor.
- • **Protective Symbolism:** Traditional motifs historically used to shield women, adding cultural depth and meaning.
- • **Unique Tribal Patterns:** No two cloths are identical—embrace exclusivity with every design.
- • **Authentic Heritage Weave:** Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Mali, each piece tells a unique story.
- • **Versatile Statement Piece:** Perfect as a stylish wrap, wall art, or accent throw to elevate your space or wardrobe.

## Overview

This 100% natural cotton African Mud Cloth is entirely handmade in Mali, featuring unique tribal patterns with cultural symbolism. Measuring 68 by 43 inches, it offers a versatile, authentic piece that blends heritage craftsmanship with modern style.

## Description

Bogolan cloth once despised as rural non-Islamic, peasant’s cloth has transformed into a symbol of national identity for Mali. The creation of most Bogolan cloth begins in the Beledougou Bamana area north of Bamako. The manufacture of this cloth is a long painstaking, laborious, process. It is woven by men on the local version of the narrow strip loom. First raw materials are hand processed and woven into plain white cloth strips about 12 centimeters wide. Next comes the dying primarily a woman’s craft passed from mother to daughter. After the cloth is washed and allowed to shrink while drying, it is then soaked in a brown solution made from pounded Bougalan tree leaves and other ingredients made by specialists. The cloth takes on an even yellow color that is ready for the application of mud dye designs. The mud that is used is collected from the deepest sections of the ponds. The mud is left to ferment in a covered pot for about a year. During this time it turns black in color. The potted mud is diluted with water when needed. The designs are drawn on the cloth section by using various width spatulas made of small pieces of Bamboo and flat metal. The main larger sections are marked off while lying flat on the ground. The smaller more detailed work is done on a woman’s lap with the section placed over a calabash. The entire process of washing, dipping in the leaf solution and painting with the mud dye is repeated after which a solution that includes caustic soda is applied to the yellow areas. These areas are exposed to intense sunlight for a week until the desired whiteness is reached. In normal practice the designs, patterns and motifs have clearly defined names or meanings. Traditionally certain patterns were used to protect women from hostile spiritual forces during transition into adulthood. Other motifs protected women from harm when confronting and killing powerful animals.

## Features

- 100% Cotton
- Entirely handmade mud cloth from the African country of Mali.
- Certain patterns were used to protect women from hostile forces.
- 100 % Natural cotton. No two pieces are exactly alike
- A beautiful tribal piece featuring a combination of brown, golden brown, white and black!
- Dimensions: 68 inches long x 43 inches across

## Images

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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*