In pics: traditional Kanvo cloth in Benin-Xinhua

In pics: traditional Kanvo cloth in Benin

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2024-11-20 15:01:47

A tailor makes a garment with traditional Kanvo cloth in Cotonou, Benin, Nov. 18, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

This photo taken on Nov. 18, 2024 shows clothing made of traditional Kanvo cloth in Cotonou, Benin.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

People make traditional Kanvo cloth in Tori-Bossito, Benin, Nov. 19, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

A man makes traditional Kanvo cloth in Tori-Bossito, Benin, Nov. 19, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

A customer selects clothing made of traditional Kanvo cloth in Cotonou, Benin, Nov. 18, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

A man makes traditional Kanvo cloth in Tori-Bossito, Benin, Nov. 19, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

A customer selects traditional Kanvo cloth in Cotonou, Benin, Nov. 18, 2024.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)

This photo taken on Nov. 18, 2024 shows traditional Kanvo cloth displayed in a fabric shop in Cotonou, Benin.

The traditional Kanvo cloth of Benin, with its intricate patterns and rich colors, is hand-woven from cotton and linen and has a long history and deep cultural heritage. Traditional Kanvo has been often used for ceremonies and celebrations. In recent years, with the promotion of the Beninese government and the innovation of local designers, this fabric has gradually been integrated into modern design and widely introduced into people's daily life. (Photo by Seraphin Zounyekpe/Xinhua)