Amazonian Indian feathered headdress, Karaja People, Brazil
20th C
Organic material.
58 x 22 cm
22 7/8 x 8 5/8 in
22 7/8 x 8 5/8 in
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The Karajá people live in the state of Goiás. The center of their territory is the island of Bananal, on the Araguaya River.
On a cap-shaped elastic plant weave, a multitude of red and blue feathers are attached. The upper part is adorned with larger feathers of the same species The feathers are protected inside the braided frame.Provenance
Private collection Belgium A.A32
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