W.African man's bou bou textile, African Heritage, Nairobi

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Comment by Chantal on August 17, 2012 at 6:50

Have always wondered whether the Romans had embroidery on their toga(s).............and if so what they would have looked like (apart from the well known red band, signs of class/social status.). Difficult to detect embroidery on scuplture or mosaic representations.......Cant remember whether Pompei remaining  paintings  give any clue........Anyone has any idea?

Comment by ayis on August 17, 2012 at 1:47

I love these too. they are worn by HAUSSA people i guess but one can find many related outfits in style all over west african regions that have had islamic influences

Comment by ann on August 7, 2012 at 21:56

thanks Akkie, I think men look gorgeous wearing these outfits.

Comment by ann on August 7, 2012 at 7:53

Of all the textiles in Alan Donovan's house, this is one of my favourites.  It is exquisite.

I don't know the name of them and whether from Ghana or Nigeria?