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El Anatsui ‘Man’s Cloth’ is made from discarded foil bottle neck wrappers. A narrow strip of woven silk is a reflection of his national pride.

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El Anatsui ‘Man’s Cloth’ is made from discarded foil bottle neck wrappers. A narrow strip of woven silk is a reflection of his national pride.

Page 2: British Museum- African Art

A close up of the large piece reveals the narrow strip running down the work.

Page 3: British Museum- African Art

An intricate woven basket demonstrates the process of weaving on a large scale object.