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Multi colored beaded crown with long fringe, image of face on cap and surmounted by birds.

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Beaded Crown (adenla)

Maker Yoruba Artist

Date20th century

Place of originNigeria, Africa

MediumImported glass seed beads, fabric

Dimensions39 7/8 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8 in. (101.3 x 19.4 x 19.4 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard

Object number2002.39.1

Collections

AFRICAN

Visual DescriptionMulti colored beaded crown with long fringe, image of face on cap and surmounted by birds.

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