Hat Item Number: 2598/2 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Dark blue pill box style hat with red, white and yellow embroidering. Sides have two horizontal bands of red diamonds framing an abstract design with white diamonds and circular 'pig tail' shapes. Top of hat is edged with the same abstract design, framing a ringed red flower pattern. Interior of hat has a white lining.
History Of Use
The kufi—also known as a taqiyah or koofiyad—is a brimless cap typically worn by West African Muslim men. It has been worn for centuries and is considered to be part of following the Sunnah (teachings) of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad. Usually worn in observance of the five daily Islamic prayers, it is typically accompanied by an agbádá (a flowing, wide-sleeved robe). Despite its association with Islam, the kufi is now worn by Africans of various faiths and has become part of traditional West African dress.
Item History
- Made in Kenya
- Collected by David Pokotylo in Kenya during 2003
- Owned by David Pokotylo before July 24, 2003
- Received from David Pokotylo (Donor) on July 24, 2003
What
- Name
- Hat
- Identification Number
- 2598/2
- Type of Item
- hat
- Material
- cotton fibre ? and dye
- Overall
- height 11.3 cm, diameter 17.7 cm
Who
- Culture
- East African
- Field Collector
- David Pokotylo
- Previous Owner
- David Pokotylo
- Received from
- David Pokotylo (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Kenya
- Collected in
- Kenya
When
- Collection Date
- during 2003
- Ownership Date
- before July 24, 2003
- Acquisition Date
- on July 24, 2003
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 2598/0002