Robe Item Number: 3692/6 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Long-sleeved, white and yellow striped robe; large patch pockets on sides and breast. Round neckline, with thin slit that extends from centre; slit secures shut with tie. Neckline and centre opening bordered with two, white embroidered ribbons; wavy line design through centres. Additional embroidery on breast pocket; floral and curvilinear motif. Long slits extend from bottom edge, along sides and front centre; robe flares at waist. All openings are hemmed. Neckline is lined, rest of robe unlined.
Textiles were acquired by the donor, and her mother, in the mid-1960s, in the Hausa area. They were for their personal use, or their husband's.