Basketry Flat Cap (Laket)

• Artist: Kuba (Culture)
• Medium: Raffia
• Geographical Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Dates: late 19th-20th century
• Dimensions: height: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm); diameter: 9 1/16 in. (23 cm)
• Collection: Arts of Africa
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H4, 9D
• Accession Number: 22.1609
• Image: CUR.22.1609_front_PS5.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2009

Catalogue Description:
Shallow crown, black band at edge. Worn by man. Coiling and knotting. Four flap-like extensions at edges. Condition: good.