Titleholder’s hat, Laket mishiing
Kuba People, DR Congo
Early 20th century
Raffia, basketry weaving techniques with small areas of openwork
6.5” x 6.5”    (16.5 x 16.5 cm)
 
A rare style of Kuba hat dating to the early 20th century and with a great patina.The word mishiing  refers to the string like decoration.
 
$750

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Kuba Man's hat