64" x 38"

Vintage Baoule cloth was used as a "wrapper" in the West African Country of the Ivory Coast by the Baoulé tribe. Made of finely spun hand woven cotton. This colorful and graphic textile has a soft supple hand found only in the finest vintage African textiles.

Please note that many of our handmade items are one of a kind, perfectly imperfect, vintage and have indigenous repair work which we believe adds to the intrinsic value and beauty of the items. No two items are exactly the same. As a result, our website photos are a close representation of the items available, but may not be identical to the ones you receive. If you prefer to select an exact item, please notify us at info@thewanderlane.com and we will send photos of what we have in stock.

Size 1 fits women sizes 0-4 and Size 2 fits sizes 6-10. 

The Shweshwe Kaftan is a mad mix of 100% South African cotton fabrics designed generously for ease for both men and women. Ethically sourced in SA and made in LA.

The Wanderlane Africa Drop Capsule Collection is made from traditional Shweshwe cotton, dyed 100% cotton fabric widely used for traditional South African clothing. Originally dyed indigo, the fabric is manufactured in a variety of colors and printing designs characterized by intricate geometric patterns.  Due to its timeless popularity, Shweshwe has been described as the denim, or tartan, of South Africa.

44” x 62”

Black and White photographic portrait of Hamer Woman, Omo Valley, Ethiopia
By David Ballam
Limited Edition, hand signed & embossed
Printed on Tecco PM230 Paper
Framed: Natural Walnut Finish, Museum Acrylic Face Plate

Fine art shipping available - please contact us directly for a quote to ship to your area. Los Angeles area pickup/delivery available. 

A collection of portraits from the Omo Valley in southern Ethiopia. With traditional customs and beliefs, that are still largely unaffected by outside influences, the people of the Omo Valley are beautifully unique.
-David Ballam, Photographer