Head Scarf
ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-head garments
Culture
Yao
Datemid to late 20th Century
Made AtGuangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, Asia
Collection SiteChina, Asia
MediumCotton and silk
Dimensions18 1/2 × 28 in. (47 × 71.1 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Long Shung and Anne Shih
Object number2015.9.28
DescriptionThis head scarf was worn by a Yao woman on the occasion of her marriage. This finely made piece features various decorations, including a peach flower motif. While the different Yao have various types of dress, in general a woman’s ensemble includes some type of head cover and adornments for the head and hair.On View
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