Object number:
H4480.32B
Object name:
head wreath; mwaremwar
Date made:
1960-1970
Material/Technique:
Cowrie shell, hibiscus fiber, ribbon, and pandanus leaf
Dimensions:
H: 9 in, W: 7.13 in, D: 1.25 in
Credit line:
Gift of Cdr. Kearney
Copyright status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Physical description:
Headwreath consisting of cowrie shells. hibiscus fiber, pandanus leaf and commercial ribbon.
Content description:
2 shell and fiber head ornaments - Nukuoro "White and beige w/ purple and red fiber design, with ribbon decoration. Diameter=8." (Gray notebook)
Currently on display in the Gallery of California History
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