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Aso oke — Wikipedia (en)

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Aso oke (Yoruba: Aṣọ òkè), lit. 'cloth from the hinterland' or simply 'country cloth', also known by its original name of Aso ofi lit. 'cloth of the loom', is a hand-woven cloth that originated among the Yoruba people of Yorubaland in Nigeria and beyond. Aso oke comes in hundreds of unique patterns; at least 150 distinct patterns were observed in a single year — 1978 just in the Ibadan and Lagos market, and new patters are constantly being developed based on cultural evolution and consumer requirements. Usually woven by men, the fabric is used to make men's gowns, called agbada and hats called fila, as well as various articles of Yoruba female clothing, such as; wrappers called Ìró, blouses called Bùbá, fitted gowns called Komole, head ties called gele, as well as sashes and shoulder shawls called Ìborùn for both genders, used around the neck by men and across the shoulder or hip by women, large cloths for men called Ibora when used as a cape, and Gogowu when used as a toga, a second wrapper called Ìpèlé, and so on. Aso oke is from the Yoruba culture in Kwara, Kogi, Ondo, Oyo, Ogun, Ekiti, Lagos, and Osun States in western Nigeria and other parts of Yorubaland. Some of the most prominent production centres are the cities of Iseyin, Osogbo and Ilorin, while Owo in Ondo state is particularly known for its several unique and beautiful varieties. Aso oke has also influenced cloth weaving in neighboring ethnic groups. The weaving technique used in Abomey and some other groups in the northern parts of Benin are a result of direct expansion of Yoruba influence on these groups. The modern weaving technique and equipments of the Nupe people also exhibit Yoruba influences. The way of making the cloth has remained the same for centuries, however new techniques and production methods have been looked into to eliminate the weight and thickness of the Aso oke cloth. Lighter fabrics make this garment more accessible for casual wear, as many of the locally woven Aso oke were unsuitable for certain climactic conditions. The utility of Aso oke has also evolved beyond its use in the making of traditional clothing staples, as it is now being made into western or contemporary styled clothes such as Aso oke jackets, ties, waistcoats and blazer suits to suit the taste and fashion choices of diverse populations.

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Fonte: Wikipedia in inglese, voce «Aso oke» — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aso_oke
Wikidata Q4807472: «Yoruba woven textile» (dati Wikidata in CC0 1.0) — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4807472
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