Hat Item Number: 2598/4 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Black pillbox style hat with green, white and yellow embroidery. Sides have three horizontal bands of diamond and zigzag patterns, separated by yellow edging. Top has similar bands of diamond designs and edging, framing a circular pattern quadrisected by cross-hatching and stylized S-shape designs. 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
- 2598/4
- Type of Item
- hat
- Material
- cotton fibre ? and dye
- Overall
- height 9.5 cm, width 18.9 cm, depth 19.2 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
- 2598/0004