Textile
ca. 1881-1882 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
Woman's head cover, in two pieces.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Cotton and metal-wrapped thread, woven |
| Brief description | Woman's head cover in two parts, Hyderabad, ca. 1881-1882. |
| Physical description | Woman's head cover, in two pieces. |
| Object history | Acquired by Caspar Purdon Clarke on his purchasing trip to India in 1881 to 1882. |
| Historical context | The complete piece would have been intended for use as a garment, clothing. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | IS.2146-1883 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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