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Helmet, 20th Century Otuho culture; South Sudan Human hair, clay, brass and ostrich feather; …
Helmet
Helmet, 20th Century Otuho culture; South Sudan Human hair, clay, brass and ostrich feather; …
Helmet, 20th Century Otuho culture; South Sudan Human hair, clay, brass and ostrich feather; 14 × 9 × 7 in. 2021.7.21 Anonymous Gift

Helmet

ClassificationsArms and Armor-armor-helmets
Culture Lotuko
Date20th Century
Made AtSouth Sudan, Africa
MediumHuman hair, clay, brass, and ostrich feather
Dimensions14 × 9 × 7 in. (35.6 × 22.9 × 17.8 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number2021.7.21
DescriptionThis helmet was made by the Otuho (or Lotuko) people of South Sudan. Helmets like these are marks of great esteem, conferred only to warriors who have proven their courage and skill in battle. Beneath its brass and ostrich feather exterior is a base of woven human hair and clay which allows the helmet to fit more comfortably and securely on the wearer's head.
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