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An exquisite warrior's headdress or 'Kaibauk'

$4,313.32
£3,210.98
€3,600
CA$5,908.17
A$6,571.17
CHF 3,431.26
MX$79,964.15
NOK 43,822.44
SEK 41,097.71
DKK 27,405.54
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About the Item

Amarasi district, Kupang regency, West Timor island, early 20th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 52.37 in (133 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Timor-Leste
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5458242079962

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