Hat, Sun
Object number2023.99.3
MediumPlant material; String
Credit LineGift of Estate of Kadiatoo Conte-Forte
DescriptionWoven conical sun hat made from natural dried brown plant material. Wide, flat circular brim slopes upward to conical center. Underside has woven head mount at center that is attached to hat via four long strands of the plant weaving material. Off-white string cord tied to left and right of the head mount; cord is twisted and is knotted together at the bottom to serve as a chinstrap.DimensionsHeight x Diameter (Including chinstrap): 19.75 x 21.625 in. (50.2 x 54.9 cm)Height x Diameter (Not including chinstrap): 8.75 x 21.625 in. (22.2 x 54.9 cm)
Historical NotesPart of a collection related to Kadiatoo Conte-Forte and the Balafon West African Dance Ensemble. Kadiatoo Conte-Forte founded the Balafon West African Dance Ensemble.
Related institution
Balafon West African Dance Ensemble
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1926-1937
Anna Marie Fiori
