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Object Number 08-12-30/73072
Display Title Headdress consisting of woven band wth feather rays, a comb, and +
Descriptions
Object Description Headdress consisting of woven band wth feather rays, a comb, and feather ornaments
Inventory Description Comb, double-sided with basketry center, elaborate feather tufts/pendants at end
Classification
  • Comb
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Guinanos
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America
Additional Geographic Terms Vaupés River
Dimensions Overall: 64 x 28 x 5 cm (25 3/16 x 11 x 1 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 73072

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