Tapa Masi Kesa, Fiji Islands - Lot 268

Tapa Masi Kesa, Fiji Islands Chinese mulberry (Boussonetia payfera), vegetable dyes H. 200 cm - L. 280 cm Provenance: French private collection Rectangular in shape, this masi kesa features a series of friezes successively decorated with striations, jagged, triangular and striped motifs, focusing the eye detail by detail on the center of the fabric, which is made up of squares divided diagonally by fine lines, the scattered floral motifs represent the flowers of Barringtonia, a motif called vutu, from which a particular essence was extracted that played an essential role in Fijian culture as a food preservative, particularly for fish. . Fine detail and rhythmic motifs. Finesse, richness, meticulousness and intricate decoration, magnified by shades of brown, orange and white. Expert : Aurore KRIER-MARIANI - +33 (0)6 17 18 11 36