Earplug
3rd quarter 19th century (made)
Place of origin |
Each is the same reddish brown tube like ear ornament.
Object details
Object type | |
Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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Materials and techniques | Amber. Cut, shaped and polished. |
Brief description | Burmese amber nga-daung (earplugs), Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885), ca. 3rd quarter 19th century. |
Physical description | Each is the same reddish brown tube like ear ornament. |
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Style | |
Production | Previously attributed to Assam but re-attributed to Burma from Kachin State. |
Collection | |
Accession number | 1031A-1874 |
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Record created | January 17, 2000 |
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