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F I V E | S I X T E X T I L E S
"Collapsing the borders between art, craft, and design, and elevating the genius of West African textile arts, Five | Six’s philosophy is rooted in the conversation between weaver, cloth, and design. We believe the most exceptional textiles come from the artisans who originated them. That’s why we partner directly with a collective of master weavers. Each textile is woven at the highest quality with natural materials that will last lifetimes. A nomadic product by nature, textiles are distinguished by their portability, allowing them to tell a story through their use. Collapsing the borders between art, craft, and design, this partnership celebrates the genius of West African textile arts.
West African textile design has always been collaborative, honoring the craft, the maker, and their culture. The Five | Six Textiles process is no different. Design begins with Dyula motifs - vintage and contemporary - found via the weaver’s archives and textile collections. The collaborative process begins where the artisans’ craft knowledge meets our design understanding. The artisans also share histories of the motifs, their names, and meanings behind their aesthetic appearance, adding context and meaning to the textiles and in so doing produce truly unique works of art."
