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20th Century Tibetan Ritual Ceremonial Perak Headdress on Custom Stand

About the Item

The cobra-hood shaped headdress features a central gahu box surrounded by large beads of turquoise, nacre ( mother-of-pearl ), and other semi-precious materials from Ladakh. traditionally passed down from mother to daughter, the headdress functioned as a protective force and as a form of material wealth. Mounted on custom metal stand.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Avery & Dash - HM1stDibs: LU918635035142
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