Man’s Headdress
Adi people, Padam group, Arunachal Predesh, India
Late 19th to early 20th century
Split bamboo cane
15” long x 12” wide x 5 1/2” high (37.5 x 30 x13.75 cm)
These oval basketry helmets were an important symbol of status and identity for Adi men; this elaborate, richly patinated example is embellished with applied bamboo slats in a star-shape design.
Price on request
