Hat. Seraung
Typical sun-hat of the Kenyah decorated with beadwork depicting deity faces which are disposed in two circular rows following a central symmetry. This is an ancient weaving work recuperated from an old hat and placed over another one; this illustrates the high value attributed to such works. The patina of the bead panel shows some chromatic flashes which are more saturated than others; this is due to the repair of the old beadwork before its replacement. The brim of the hat is surrounded by a row of small arcs.

Borneo. Eastern area.
Kenyah.
Wood, leaves, cloth, beads, metal.
Diameter 42 cm
Price: SFr. 500.- | Inv. 2.005 |