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Object Number 42-28-30/4516
Display Title Headband, braided
Descriptions
Object Description Headband - bast fiber, probably maguay; square & multiple strand braid; fringed edge in center: Headband of tan vegetal fiber. Central section (17 cm., length) has three braids lying parallel, joined with small space between. Along outer edges a fringe of twisted loops of fiber (4 cm., length). At either end the band extends as a single multiple strand braid, ending in a tassel.
Inventory Description Organic, fiber, braided band, tan, openwork center, fringed ends
Classification
  • Fiber
Department Archaeological
Culture
  • Late Nazca
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru / Ica Region / Nazca Province
Additional Geographic Terms Peru, South coast; Nasca Valley
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 57 x 2.3 cm (22 7/16 x 7/8 in.)
Quantity 1

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