Bamena People Ty-wara Headress

Containers:

Object Bam-Mal-013

Scope and content:

A pangolin (or scaly anteater) stands on a flat base. Rising from the middle of its back are the neck and head of an antelope. The base has four holes for attaching to a basketry cap to be worn on a person's head. The antelope is covered with animal leather.

Country of Origin: Republic of Mali

Physical description:

Wood, leather

Dimensions:

2" L x 19" w x 10" h

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