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Measurements
58cm circ.
Place of Origin
Nigeria
Historical Period/Date
20th Century (1930-1969 Mid)/1960s
Registration Number
2006-026
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Buttonhole Stitch,Chain Stitch,Needleweaving,
Objects
Caps,Costume - Men - Headwear,

Physical Description

Cap from Northern Nigeria from the Hausa ethnic group. A deep straight sided cap culminating in a slight peak, topped with a buttonholed disc. Strongly multicoloured with surface fabric completely covered in buttonhole stitch in a design of geometric shapes in bands separated by chain stitches. Needleweaving on top of cap. These caps are made and worn by men.

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