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Botolo Hat with Disc (Ekonda People, Congo) Headdress

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Botolo Hat with Disc (Ekonda People, Congo) Headdress

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Description

Kantanga Secret Society Nine Layer Headdress Constructed out of woven raffia or cane fibers, it has nine brims in a pagoda-shaped tower and a zeinth brass disks projected frontally from its base and upper portion. The disks may have been produced locally or imported from a neighboring group, and their primary function was to indicate wealth and prestige.This multi-tiered, "Botolo" hat is a crucial component of the Ekonda chief's attire, worn during public ceremonies. Measures 21” H X 8.5” W. From the estate of Timothy Koock. Item ships from Austn, Tx.

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Botolo Hat with Disc (Ekonda People, Congo) Headdress

Name: Botolo Hat with Disc (Ekonda People, Congo) Headdress
SKU: 145380612
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $50,000

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