Warriors Hat Ornament

Dayak,Borneo
19th Century
Previous Collection: Entwistle Gallery, London


This very elegant hat ornament is conceived in stylized human form made from thin hammered brass. These were placed on the front of a Dayak warrior's hat and provided protection. The ornament is decorated with a pin hammered design and the face is brilliantly stylized. In excellent condition.

This ornament stands 5.5 in tall.

SOLD / IN 4-4-10