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19th Century Naga Head Hunter Warriors Tribal

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19th Century Naga Head Hunter Warriors Tribal

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19th Century Naga Head Hunter Warriors Tribal Ceremonial Textile. Geometric motif in red, white, yellow, and light blue on a black ground; tassel to both ends. Tag with red 'David Howard Tribal Art' sticker; catalogue number '913A'. Circa 1890. {Approximate dimensions: 65 long x 43 inches wide.}. Similar examples in "The Nagas: Hill Peoples of Northeast India: Society, Culture and the Colonial Encounter" by Julian Jacobs, page 294. Condition: Overall wear is good considering age and tribal use.

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19th Century Naga Head Hunter Warriors Tribal

Name: 19th Century Naga Head Hunter Warriors Tribal
SKU: 92930750
Price: 160 USD
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