Product code: High quality Kuba headdress, Laket headdress, RDC, democratic republic of Congo
Very nice Kuba headdress, « Laket »headdress made of végétal fibers and that is daily worn by men of the KUBA tribe In RDC, democratic republic of Congo.
This tribe is known for its use of palm tree fibers : Kasaï velvets, shoowa clothes...
In many African societies, it is fashionable to wear a hat.
The wickerwork of these headdresses is delicate and of very good quality.
This one is really old and has some wears and also 2 holes on the sides.
It is really difficult to find these high quality pieces nowadays .
For collectors.
Very decorative in an ethnic style decoration.
Dimensions 13/13 cm or 5 1/4”/ 5 1/4”