Bwami Society Hat
Item
- Accession Number
- 2020.10
- Title
- Bwami Society Hat
- Ethnic Group
- Lega
- Subject
- Hat|Social Status|Central Africa
- Country
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Date
- 20th century
- Medium
- Cowrie Shell|Fibers|Multi-colored Beads|Nut Pod
- Format
- H x W x D: 8.5 x 7 x 10 in. (21.59 x 17.89 x 25.4 cm)
- Description
- A hat is worn by senior members of the Bwami society. It is constructed from wood and fibers and is covered with cowrie shells. There is a hanging superstructure made from fibers. Additional decorations include a chin strap made from fiber and covered with buttons, multi-colored beads, and nut pods.
- Item sets
- African Art
