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'Mathai Thai', Mamathes, Basutoland [Lesotho], 1948

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 211/21

Scope and Contents

'The Basuto sun hat is of open weave, providing plenty of air space, and a moving pattern of shade on the head. It is a favourite with both ·men and women and assumes many shapes. Facial markings were common to Basuto women formerly, but are now seldom seen. A woman wears her blanket pinned in front, a man's· blanket being pinned on the right shoulder. Aprons and many-tucked long skirts are typical wear among Basuto women, and reflect the missionary influence of Victorian days.'

Dates

  • Creation: 1948

Creator

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Language of Materials

English

Finding aid date

2014-12-10 12:09:23+00:00

Includes index.

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