![a mannequin wearing a long pale blue satin robe and matching trousers. The robe has islamic inspired golden embroidery at the chest and on the hem of the trousers.](https://fashioningafrica.brightonmuseums.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/r6101_1_d01-200x200.jpg)
R6101/1 Robe
A three piece mens occassion wear outfit, consisting of a large agbada or boubou gown, undershirt and trousers made from damask satin or bazin riche fabric. The owner came from a Muslim family and the Islamic influence of this outfit can be seen not only in the shape of the gown, but also in the Read More …