Headpiece

Maker
Unknown Maker
Description
A small bowl-shaped headpiece with a natural fibre base. The sides consist of layered strips of palm leaf dyed deep red. The split rotan rim is dyed black and held together with natural fibre stitching. The top is layered with textiles and geometric detailing. The cap is decorated with white beading, possibly shell or ceramic. Asian origin.
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Maker
Media/Materials
Natural fibre, textiles and beading, possibly shell or ceramic
Measurements
145mm diameter
60mm height
Production place
Asia
Collection
Ethnology
Department collection type
Ethnology
Credit line
Collection of Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato
Accession number
1990/1/14

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