BOTOLO is a hat worn by the chief of the Ekonda tribe of Congo. This hat is a crucial component of the Ekonda chief, worn during public ceremonies. It is hand tailored from culturally indigenous materials, and features several circular brims moulded in a pagoda- formed tower. Additional is a brass or copper disk projected frontally from the base. The disk primary function is to represent wealth and prestige for its wearer. During cultural rituals this hat would often be treated with a combination of camwood powder and oil, which renders a deep, crimson hue to it surface.as similar to other African cultures of this region. The hat is preserved by tradition, passes down to successor
BOTOLO dining table was created as a symbol of wealth, status and prestige.
PRODUCT FEATURES
BOTOLO suspended light is made of metal, fabric shader and polished deep brass engraved with tribal scarification. The scarification involves the use of both industrial and manual welding techniques and science to embody the tribal scars. The suspended light directly mimics the shape of the BOTOLO chief hat in its design, Illumination happens inside the form through a white glass bulb.
COUNTRY OF REFERENCE
DR Congo 🇨🇩, Congo 🇨🇬
DIMENSIONS
Ø 40 CM | H 150 CM
15.8 IN | H 59.1 IN
ART AND TECHNIQUES
*Metal work, metal casting.
MATERIAL AND FINISHES
*Metal, Casted brass, Polished brass, fabric shader.
CUSTOMIZATION
Custom size and finishes are available.
CLEAN AND CARE
Dry cloth.
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