LEGA CAPS, DRC

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LEGA
Cap 1
13", $200

 

LEGA
Cap 2
18", $200

 

LEGA
Cap 5
15.5", $200

LEGA
Cap 6
16.5", $200

 

LEGA
Cap 7
14", $200 

 

LEGA
Cap 8
14", $200

LEGA
Cap 11
16", $200

 

LEGA
Cap 12
16", $200


The Lega caps below have been sold and are left here for reference and educational purposes.

 

LEGA
Cap 3
SOLD

 

 LEGA
Cap 4
SOLD

 

LEGA
Cap 9
SOLD

 

LEGA
Cap 10
SOLD

Photographs © Tim Hamill

LEGA CAPS

Lega caps were used in instruction and initiation ceremonies of Bwami, the association that Lega men rise through with lifelong learning and deeds.

The measurement is the height including the raffia or chin strap.

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