Pende Woven Chief's Hat Congo

Description: {Description}Pende Woven Chief's Hat Congo Intricately hand-woven Pende Beaded Chief's Hat This is a specific type of headdress called a "misango mapende" worn by the Pende people. The Pende tribe is a Bantu-speaking people who reside in the southeastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This headdress is adorned with buffalo horns and symbolizes the strength and power associated with the buffalo. It is worn by the Pende chief as a representation of their dominance and authority within their community. The misango mapende headdress has its origins in the Lunda region, which is located in present-day Democratic Republic of the Congo. It has been a significant cultural symbol among the Pende people for many years. Interestingly, since the 1940s, neighboring Yaka and Suku chiefs have started purchasing this type of beaded headdress from the Pende people. This demonstrates the recognition and admiration of the misango mapende headdress and its cultural significance beyond the Pende community. The exchange and adoption of cultural artifacts like this headdress highlight the interconnectedness and influence of different ethnic groups in the region. It also signifies the value placed on these symbolic items and their ability to convey power and prestige among various communities. Stand not included. Height(in): 8.0Width(in): 8.0Depth(in): 5.0 149589 149589 × × × × × × × × × Buy now and save! Tell a friend Visit store Watch now Postage info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info! Additional delivery notes PICK UP OPTION Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. PAYING VIA PAYPAL We accept PayPal on our all our items so you can shop with confidence. Simple choose the PayPal option when proceeding through the checkout. Additional Information No additional information at this time Ask seller a question You might also like Tutsi Basket Rwanda Pink 7.25 Inch Urhobo Shrine Wood Figure Nigeria Zulu Telephone Wire Basket South Africa Bead Bundle #2 Contact To contact our Customer Service Team, simply click the button here and our Customer Service team will be happy to assist. Ask seller a question © My Store Postage Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Payment Accepted Payment Methods PayPal Returns Returns are accepted Items must be returned within 30 days of the auction ending Buyer will pay for return shipping. eBay integration by

Price: 250 USD

Location: Denver, Colorado

End Time: 2025-02-08T17:53:05.000Z

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