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Single Ethnic Isicholo Bridal Red-Ocher Hat from South Africa, Zulu People

$1,832per item
£1,391.08per item
€1,590.80per item
CA$2,559.57per item
A$2,846.80per item
CHF 1,486.51per item
MX$34,642.53per item
NOK 18,985.01per item
SEK 17,804.59per item
DKK 11,872.79per item
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One Isicholo African Hats. This red-ochre dyed women's hat is from the Zulu people, South Africa, and is made of a combination of cotton, human hair over a grass-fiber basketry frame. Traditionally reserved for married women, these hats are now worn during ceremonial events. This hat is raised on a custom metal stand. 20th century. They are sold and priced separately. The item pictured on the left is currently available, the hat on the right has sold. They both have different dimensions: the larger one is: 21 inched diameter x 39 inched high and the smaller one is 20 inches diameter x 33.5 inches high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Diameter: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Grasscloth
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition with expected wear on such pieces. These are organic elements and have a certain scent to them. Please look at the various photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Accessories #13541stDibs: LU87646581203

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