Limba Cap

A circular Limba cap, made from two pieces of country cloth. The top of the cap is decorated with a pom-pom, and spiral embroidery in black; both have faded over time.

Further Information

• Type: Costume, dress
• Object: Limba Cap
• Materials: Textile
• Culture Group: Limba
• Dimensions: 180mm [D] x 100mm [H]
• Production Date: Pre 1992
• Associated Places: Freetown
• Associated People: E. Taylor
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.1992.3.1.b

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