South Asia, Northeastern India to Burma, Naga Konyak culture, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A striking ethnographic display featuring three traditional adornments from the Naga Konyak people, mounted in a modern case for preservation and exhibition. The set includes: a beaded belt composed of numerous tubular beads, strung in horizontal rows and supported by vertical bone separators. A bone hairpin with hair tassels, and a brass necklace collar -crescent-shaped with engraved detailing along the terminals and adorned with a series of raised trophy head or skull motifs along the lower arc, symbolizing prestige and warrior status in Naga tradition. All three elements are mounted against a black backdrop within a modern wooden display frame under glass. Size of case: 38.75" L x 21.3" W (98.4 cm x 54.1 cm); brass necklace: 7" L x 1.5" W (17.8 cm x 3.8 cm)
Provenance: private Wichita, Kansas, USA collection
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Condition
Not examined outside of frame. Professionally mounted under glass in a modern wood case and ready to display. Softening and wear to brass necklace. Belt and bone implement are intact and great conditions.