Decorated Cap

An unusual cap made from coiled basketry, with a red stripes, visible on the inside. The outside of the cap is covered in flat semi-circles of wood, with toothed edges, forming ridges, which resemble hair. Two wooden toggles hang from the sides.

Further Information

  • Type: Costume, dress
  • Object: Decorated Cap
  • Materials: Wood, Vegetable, organic fibre
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 90mm [H] x 200mm [D]
  • Production Date: Pre 1901
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1901.722.11

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