Advisor
Bethards, Connie J.
Committee Member
Cornelius, Lynn M.
Committee Member
Coronel, Michael A.
Department
School of Art & Design
Institution
University of Northern Colorado
Type of Resources
Text
Place of Publication
Greeley (Colo.)
Publisher
University of Northern Colorado
Date Created
5-1-2011
Genre
Thesis
Extent
109 pages
Digital Origin
Born digital
Abstract
Kente is a traditional ceremonial strip-woven cloth made by the Asante and Ewe people of Ghana and Togo. This thesis examined the history, patterns, design elements, symbolism, and evolutionary changes of the kente textile tradition. Basic weaving information, illustrations, and color photographs necessary for the understanding of kente were provided. The thesis also analyzed weaving drafts for the creation of kente-like cloth on a contemporary Western style floor loom.
Degree type
MA
Degree Name
Master
Language
English
Local Identifiers
CrosmanThesis2011
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by author.
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