Akha Headdress & Belt - Cotton

An authentic, richly decorated traditional costume set from the Akha people of Southeast Asia, consisting of a headpiece (muts) and a matching hip belt. The headpiece is a true work of art, studded with countless silver-colored bead buttons, colorful glass beads, cowrie shells, tassels, metal pendant elements and an elephant emblem at the top. The belt is also heavily decorated with rows of cowrie shells and worked rectangular elements (possible bone/plastic inlay). Such sets are worn by Akha women during ceremonies and celebrations and symbolize status and wealth. Condition: In good ethnographic condition. The craftsmanship, beadwork and shells are in a beautiful, complete state with light, authentic signs of age and use. Dimensions Headpiece: Height: 30 cm Width: 22 cm Depth: 15 cm Inner width: 25 cm Inner depth: 14 cm Weight: 742 g Belt: Height: 8.5 cm Width: 82.5 cm Weight: 549 g The lot is packed with utmost care and shipped by registered mail and insured with track & trace. Collecting is also possible by arrangement.

Estimate:£0.84

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