Philippine Cape, ca. 1900
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"Kalapiaw" Rain Cape (Kalapiaw | Raincape, Tingguian ,19th century)
This rain cape, made from anahaw (fan palm) leaves, is common among the indigenous groups of Northern Luzon such as the Kalinga, Ibaloi and the Tingguian.
They were also used by lowland Christianized populations until the mid-19th century. The leaves are sewn and stitched together to withstand harsh weather conditions, especially in the mountainous terrains. It is worn by tying a cord made of twisted buri (another local palm) leaf around a man’s neck.
Identifier Watson Online record number: b17509853,
Identifier 55.128.11, Philippine Hat, ca.1900
Annotation: "Kalapiaw" terminology added as supplemental Information. Description courtesy of Ayala Museum Collection Accessed March 9, 2022
by: Noel Jordan Racca
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