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Good early example dating to the period of active head hunting which lasted into the early 20th century. Finely woven split cane of oval section with a reinforced baseband, 7 1/2" height plus the hair tufts. The base mounted with a fine boar tusk, the root of which is encased in fine split cane wrap. The top mounted with a crest of bovine bristles in cane base. Fine overall age patina with no damage. Somewhat small, reflecting the small stature of the Naga people. The taking of a head was a requisite for passage to manhood and a warrior's status was marked by the number of heads he had taken. Those with many heads were celebrities among their people, viewed as a superstar. Heading raids were occasioned by cultural demands, such as consecrating the giant log drums used for communication and music. A Naga headhunter is quoted in Naga Identities, "Headhunting, that was like Christmas!"
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NAGA HEADHUNTER'S WICKER HELMET/HAT
Estimate $650 - $750
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Item located in Clinton Twp, MI, US$22 shipping in the US
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Blue Lake Auction - June 4th
Clinton Twp, MI, USA
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