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Cap, knotted, human hair
Cap, knotted, human hair
Object Number 979-17-30/10082
Display Title Cap, knotted, human hair
Descriptions
Object Description Hair net of square-knotted vegetal fiber (z-2s) dyed purple, with diamond shaped areas of network composed of small rings, knotted together with white cotton yarns (z-2s).
Inventory Description Organic, fiber, net, fragment, knotted fiber, purple, tan
Classification
  • Fiber
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
South America / Peru
Materials Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 7.5 x 11 cm (2 15/16 x 4 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1

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