SOLD: Woven Basketry Hat, Kuba Culture, D.R. Congo
SOLD: Woven Basketry Hat, Kuba Culture, D.R. Congo
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5.5 x 6 x 6.5 in. / 14 x 15 x 16.5 cm
Height on custom oak wood display stand: 11.25 in. / 29 cm
Kuba hats are male creations, primarily worn by men to communicate their status within the community. Made from raffia and often adorned with costly imported glass beads and cowrie shells - the shells were once currency and both are luxury items. The hats are elegant and stylish.
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