The isicholo is based on a married
woman's hairstyle from past
generations. Most Zulu women wear
these hats only for special or
ceremonial occasions. A basketry
foundation is overlaid with string or
grass fiber dyed with a mixture of
red ochre and fat. The hats are
symbolic of a woman's maturity &
her marital status.
This particular hat is very old and is made from human hair. Such hats are quite rare. It measures 19" in diameter and 2" deep.
The isicholo is based on a married
woman's hairstyle from past
generations. Most Zulu women wear
these hats only for special or
ceremonial occasions. A basketry
foundation is overlaid with string or
grass fiber dyed with a mixture of
red ochre and fat. The hats are
symbolic of a woman's maturity &
her marital status.
This particular hat is very old and is made from human hair. Such hats are quite rare. It measures 19" in diameter and 2" deep.
