Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

West African Straw & Leather Fulani Shepherd'S Hat

Price realized
$448
Pre-sale estimate
$60 – $80
Hammer price
$350
Category
Clothing, Costumes & Masks
Sold
January 16, 2026
Sale
DAY 1 - JANUARY 2026 NEW YEAR, NEW TREASURES AUCTION

Lot description

West African woven straw and leather Wodaabe hat, Fulani peoples, of conical form with tasseled squatcho, applied red and black leather trim, retaining chin strap, approx 9"h, 16.5"diam, <1lb Provenance: The collection of Kathryn V. Alexa

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.