Head dress and veil
Artist
Egypt
MediumTextile
DimensionsVeil: 8 11/16 × 33 7/8 in. (22 × 86 cm)
Headband Length: 17 11/16 in. (45 cm)
Headband Length: 17 11/16 in. (45 cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Object numberE 2863
DescriptionBlack velvet head band with gold wire embroidery and sequins. From it comes three cords, one on either side of the face and one over the nose, which support the veil. On the central cord is strung a brass cylinder bearing three saw tooth edged rings which rests on the forehead. At point where middle cord fastens to veil a brass coin is sewed on. Veil is made of black crepe, cotton faded or bleached spots.On View
Not on viewCollections
1910-1918
c. 1890
c. 1950
Japan
1940's
1870
1870
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