Vintage African Basotho Lesotho Traditional Native Woven Grass Conical Hat 13"

Description

Late 20th century traditional Lesotho / Basotho mokorotlo hat. A conical hat of woven grass with knob on top.

"A mokorotlo is a type of straw hat widely used for traditional Sotho clothing, and is the national symbol of Lesotho and the national symbol of the Basotho and Lesotho people. An image of the hat appears on the flag of Lesotho, and on Lesotho vehicle licence plates. The design is believed to have been inspired by the conical mountain Mount Qiloane. It is known as “molianyeoe”, which means "he who executes judgement in court" in Sesotho. It is manufactured from an indigenous grass known as “mosea” or “leholi”." (Wikipedia)

Condition

Very Good

Dimensions

13" x 9.5" (Diameter x Height)