Raffia Hat

A conical hat, made from coiled raffia work. It has a high, three-tiered dome, and a wide, upturned rim. It is decorated with dark brown stripes.

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Further Information

• Type: Costume, dress
• Object: Raffia Hat
• Materials: Vegetable, organic fibre
• Culture Group: Fula
• Dimensions: 240mm [H] x 350mm [D]
• Production Date: Pre 1869
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Henry Christy
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.4160

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