Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 26 February 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 26 February 2026

Catalogue

Lot 440: A Collection of African Ankara Dashiki Print Clothing and Fabric including One Full Outfit and Skirts

This auction ended on February 26, 2026.

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £14

An assortment of garments and textiles featuring multicolored graphic patterns in the style of African wax prints. The collection includes one full outfit comprising a red and green patterned top with gathered, ruffled sleeves and a matching skirt. Also present are several skirts and multiple lengths of fabric featuring stylized botanical, fan, and animal motifs in hues of red, yellow, green, and blue. One length of purple fabric is decorated with silver-toned embroidered floral motifs and a decorative border. The materials are primarily cotton or cotton blends. Some fabric selvedges show partial printed markings including the words VERITABLE WAX. The patterns and construction are consistent with Ankara and Dashiki style apparel.