Tana is a beautiful hand-made weave crafted from thick raffia strips in varying hues and thicknesses, with natural nubbing. The design was named after Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar – which the locals also call Tana.
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Mandrava
Mandrava is a superb example of craftsmanship with the textile being covered with a dense embroidery featuring an intriguing floral pattern. This artwork was named Mandrava, after the Malagasy word for ‘foliage’.
Farini
Raffia is often used in interiors because it holds such natural appeal. In the Farini design, raffia is utilised in an innovative way: after being woven into a wide, plain wallpaper, the sides are cut off. These strips are then attached to each other vertically and overlapping to create a dynamic line pattern with plenty of depth. The name refers to Raphia farinifera, a tropical African palm tree.
Rubra
The Rubra design is made using large pieces of mulberry bark, inlaid by hand in a geometric pattern on a background with a subtle sheen. The bark’s irregular structure creates a unique, lively effect on the wall, with the natural fibres and different colour nuances adding a sense of playful nonchalance and luxury. This design takes its name from Morus rubra, the red mulberry.
Alba
Rough, irregular strips of mulberry bark are woven together by hand with precision and skill. The collection takes its name from Morus alba, or white mulberry, one of the most common species of this tree.