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Embroidered velvet shoulder strip - worn on one shoulder by women on +
Embroidered velvet shoulder strip - worn on one shoulder by women on +
Object Number 37-98-70/642
Display Title Embroidered velvet shoulder strip - worn on one shoulder by women on +
Descriptions
Indigenous Term salaimra
Inventory Description Sash, red, yellow, black applique design, central metal strip, backed with cotto
Classification
  • Sash
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Dutch East Indies / <State> / Nias Island
Additional Geographic Terms Dutch East Indies, South; Hilisimaetano, vicinity of
Materials Cotton, Metal, Dye
Dimensions Overall: 99.2 x 12.3 x 0.2 cm (39 1/16 x 4 13/16 x 1/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 37-98-70/642

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