AFRC 324 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Adinkra Symbols, Kente Cloth, Brocade
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What is identified as african fabric is a long history of man and women doing experimentation with fabric until it gets to the way we know it now. African women are immersed in business- they have their own businesses - women in africa are liberated in a lot of ways. At one point was only reserved for men in high status and only worn in special occasions. Rarity of clothes - not just available to all people. A way for many societies to make a distinction based on availability of fabric and for whom. Society was stratified -- different rankings - those on top could enjoy luxury of fabrics. Fabric plays a high role in the society - has meaning - not just something which has no value -- clothes has a value in society -- shows in how people wear the clothing. Modern fashion - founded in 1846 - textile printing factory.
