Kota Orange - T-shirt

Dive into the world of the Kota with this Unisex T-shirt that highlights their unique and fascinating art. You'll find the history of the mask at the bottom of the description! • 100% Organic Cotton: Soft & Comfortable. • Made Just For You: Produced on demand to minimize the ecological footprint and cherish each piece. • A Design That Speaks: Wear a piece of history and culture, a true conversation starter. • Everyday Comfort: With its regular fit, this Unisex T-shirt suits everyone, ready to accompany your days. • Easy to Care For: Machine washable, it stays impeccable and vibrant, wash after wash. With Niokolo, dive into a world where fashion meets history, and become an ambassador of African culture. A bit of history: The Kota masks, originating from Gabon and the Republic of Congo, are emblematic of the Kota ethnicity, a group of people sharing similar cultural and linguistic roots. Historically used during rituals and tribal ceremonies, these masks play a crucial role in initiation rites, community celebrations, and the veneration of ancestors. The Kota are mainly known for their sculptural figures called "mbulu-ngulu", renowned for their distinctive shapes, often characterized by oval faces and diamond-shaped bodies, and are made from wood covered with precious metals like brass or copper, giving them a shiny and powerful appearance. The sculptural figures are particularly famous, acting as guardians of the relics and ancestral spirits, stored in sacred receptacles called "Bwete". Beyond their aesthetic aspect, these masks embody communication with the spiritual world, offering protection, wisdom, and guidance. They reflect the importance of tradition, collective memory, and respect for ancestors within the Kota communities, highlighting their deep connection with their heritage and natural environment. • Traceability: - Weaving—Bangladesh - Dyeing—Bangladesh - Manufacturing—Bangladesh • Contains 0% recycled polyester • Contains 0% dangerous substancesSize guide BODY LENGTH (inches) CHEST WIDTH (inches) SLEEVE LENGTH (inches) S 27 ⅛ 19 ½ 8 ⅞ M 28 ¾ 21 9 ½ L 29 ½ 22 ¼ 9 ⅝ XL 30 ¼ 23 ⅜ 9 ⅞ 2XL 31 ⅛ 25.00 10 BODY LENGTH (cm) CHEST WIDTH (cm) SLEEVE LENGTH (cm) S 69 49.5 22.5 M 73 53.5 24 L 75 56.5 24.5 XL 77 59.5 25 2XL 79 63.5 25.5