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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
- Iban?
- Kayan?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania
/
Malaysia
/
Borneo
Oceania / Malaysia / Borneo
Oceania / Malaysia / Borneo
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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