Peju Faist was founded in 2022 by Karina Faist
Born in Nigeria, Karina spent the first four years of her life in Zaria, Nigeria before moving to Germany with her Family. Over the years she traveled back and forth between Europe and Africa, and developed a deep connection to both continents. Karina´s heritage inspired her to create unique pieces connecting both cultures while respecting the African Legacy
Marie J. Adeniran indigo Collection
The collection of Marie J. Adeniran my deceased Mother is charaterised by the uniqueness of the individual pieces and its extensive range.
She was was one of the few textile Connaisseurs of West African culture and has perfected her knowledge of the rare well preserved textiles through her repeated Trips to Africa and Arabia
During the Renaissance period in Europe, African textiles were desired Luxury objects in courtly interiors as Gifts for Kings and wealthy merchands.
The Marie J. Adeniran collection has some of the finest pieces ever produced in the late 19th Century to present Day. Prestige textiles from Cameron, Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso and Mali
this collection pays tribute to the artisans who have mastered the weaving of novel yarns. The striking effects achieved with lurex and rayon display their craft, embedded in tradition
The textiles as well as the Interior pieces are not only unique, striking pieces for the expert collector and decorator, they are Works of art with a strong graphic Impact