'Hat making in Basutoland is the art of the men, in which certain men specialize. The professional hat-maker comes to town with his hats displayed all over his person and a sample worn on his head. He is patronised by both Basutos and Europeans, the hat being the only article of his attire which is still wholly native. Hats made by the Basuto are also sold in the trading stores. The hatmaker here depicted is a specialist in sun hats, for which he asked 1/9 each. The fowl in his haversack represents payment for a hat. Hats of fur used to be customary wear among men, but are now seldom seen.'