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Hat, shallow cone of natural leaf, covered with various colors of cotton cloth.
Hat, shallow cone of natural leaf, covered with various colors of cotton cloth.
Object Number 976-56-70/5493
Display Title Hat, shallow cone of natural leaf, covered with various colors of cotton cloth.
Descriptions
Object Description Hat, shallow cone of natural leaf, covered with various colors of cotton cloth. There is a central beadwork medallion, multicolored, with a tassle, surrounded by a zig-zag design in black beads, and further beadwork designs. Inner head support attached, covered with blue and white cloth. 39 cm. d. x 5.5. cm. h.
Inventory Description Hat, conical, plant leaves with glass beaded and cotton exterior, basket cap
Classification
  • Hat
Department Ethnographic
Date 1968-1970
Culture
  • Kayan?
  • Iban?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Malaysia / Borneo
Oceania / Malaysia / Borneo
Materials Leaf, Reed, Cotton, Dye, Glass, Plant fiber
Dimensions Overall: 9.4 x 43 x 44 cm (3 11/16 x 16 15/16 x 17 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-56-70/5493; 6

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