Headdress

31-29-6

From: United States of America | Alaska

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 31-29-6
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Tlingit
Provenience United States of America | Alaska
Culture Area Northwest Coast Culture Area
Section American
Materials Hide | Pigment | Bear Claw
Description

Shaman's bear claw crown or headdress. Seven bear claws are affixed to a band of animal hide. The claws are attached in such a way that they curve upward. The hide band is painted with what is likely the face of a bear, as indicated by stylistically typical ears, eyes, and claws. Colors used are red, black, and blue.

Width 5.7 Measurement Unit Not Provided
Outside Diameter 17.5 Measurement Unit Not Provided
Credit Line Museum Purchase, 1931
Other Number 11-31 - Field No SF

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