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Catalog Number

CAS 2006-0003-0001   CAS 2006-0003-0001; Hat
Category Accessories/Ornaments
Object Name Hat
Culture Filipino
Global Region Southeast Asia
Country Philippines
State/Prov./Dist.
County
Other Geographic Data
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture ca. 1900-1905
Collection Name N/A
Materials Split bamboo and rattan; Unidentified gray metal
Description Oval, brimless hat with rounded dome, woven on exterior in plaited technique of very finely split dark brown and black pandanus fibers; Dome is surmounted by embossed white metal medallion; Interior is more coarsely plaited and includes separately woven headrest ring and dark green wool (?) chin strap.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 13.4, Width = 25.6, Length = 30.0