Cap (kofia ya kiua or barghashia)
The object shown is a cap, specifically a "kofia ya kiua" or "barghashia." The cap is short, round, and made of fabric. The cap is primarily white with brown embroidery. The top and sides are decorated with embroidered geometric patterns including squares, diamonds, and circles. The patterns feature rows of small holes; the brown thread forms lines and shapes throughout. The cap appears to have a flat top and a short, rounded body. The background of the image is gray, transitioning from light to dark.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 1122 × 893 px
- Museum Record
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