Hat Item Number: K2.180 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Off-white domed hat with solid bands of fabric alternating with bands of open work embroidery. Slight peak at top centre.
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.
Narrative
Mr. W.S. Arneil, the donor's husband, is said to have worked in Sudan for a couple months in 1960.
Item History
- Made in Sudan
- Collected during 1964
- Owned by Annie Arneil before 1964
- Received from Annie Arneil (Donor) during 1964
What
- Name
- Hat
- Identification Number
- K2.180
- Type of Item
- hat
- Material
- cotton fibre
- Manufacturing Technique
- sewn and embroidered
- Overall
- height 7.0 cm, diameter 20.3 cm
Who
- Culture
- Sudanese
- Previous Owner
- Annie Arneil
- Received from
- Annie Arneil (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Sudan
When
- Collection Date
- during 1964
- Ownership Date
- before 1964
- Acquisition Date
- during 1964
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 2204/0001