Kuba Ceremonial Hat 01 new in Our Jomon vase and vessels

Our Jomon vase and vessels are part of curated collection of ceramics

Style as a structural decorative object

Each mask represents a male or a female and would have traditionally been worn on the head during ceremonies

Smaller baskets would be kept at home to store milk

Kuba Ceremonial Hat 01 new in Our Jomon vase and vesselsOften called a laket, a Kuba ceremonial hat is a traditional handwoven headpiece from the Kuba Kingdom in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that holds deep cultural and historic significance. Crafted from raffia palm fibres and embellished with beads and shells which historically symbolised wealth, the more decorative the higher the social standing. They are an essential attire for men, during important community rituals, initiations and funerals,