Chief’s Headdress, Montolo
Nkundu People, D.R.Congo
Late 19th century
Woven raffia, natural color
11″ high x 8″ diamater ( 27 x 20 cm)
These rare hats were featured in the inauguration of a new chief (nkumu) among the Nkundu people. With its rich honey color patina, the sophisticated simplicity of design exemplifies the Congo aesthetic in woven art.
Provenance: Ambre-Congo Gallery, Brussels, from a Belgian colonial era collection.
Price on request
