"Black on Black" RFTMI Dikenka / Kongo Cosmogram / Four Moments of the Sun statement 100% cotton t-shirt
This wearable piece is intended to convey African-based knowledge systems through aesthetics. Dikenga, also known as The Kongo Cosmogram and Four Moments of the Sun—which forms the basis of our logo designed by Zimbabwean graphic artist Saki Mafundikwa—represents the Kongo conception of what scholar Fu-Kiau-Bunseki described as the “route of the world, nature of existence.” Through iconographic writing known as bidimbu (pl.), the BaKongo communicate events, ideas and cosmological principles. Every significant concept is connected to the Four Moments of the Sun: birth, efflorescence, fading and dawn. Separated by the kalunga line (ocean-like, invisible doorway between realms), the Cosmogram expresses the principle of God and the essence of change, reminding us that “the dead are not dead.”
For further reference, see Robert Farris Thompson and Joseph Cornet, Four Moments of the Sun: Kongo Art in Two Worlds; Fu-Kiau Bunseki, African Cosmology of the Bantu-Kongo and Bárbaro Martínez-Ruiz, Kongo Graphic Writing and Other Narratives of the Sign.
Fabric
Made from specially spun fibers that make a very strong and smooth fabric that is perfect for printing. The "Natural" color is made with unprocessed cotton, which results in small black flecks throughout the fabric
Without side seams
Knitted in one piece using tubular knit, it reduces fabric waste and makes the garment more attractive
Ribbed knit collar without seam
Ribbed knit makes the collar highly elastic and helps retain its shape
Shoulder tape
Twill tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching
Fiber composition
Solid colors are 100% cotton; Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are 50% cotton, 50% polyester; Sport Grey and Antique colors are 90% cotton, 10% polyester;
Age restrictions
For adults
Warranty
EU warranty - 2 years
Other compliance information
Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde level requirements.
Country of origin
Made in Nicaragua
Dual Printing Techniques
Sleeve prints (for Print Clever and Underground Threads) and inner neck labels are printed using Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, ensuring crisp, detailed designs. Meanwhile, the remaining print areas are produced with Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing.
Non-chlorine: bleach as needed; Do not iron; Do not dryclean; Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F); Tumble dry: low heat.
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