Headdress

Art Historical Context

This exquisite 19th-century Indianaddress, crafted by an unknown artist, exemplifies artistry of traditional South Asian adornment. Fashioned from vibrant turquoise beads, red coral, gleaming metal elements, and soft cotton fabric, it combines natural gemstones with intricate metalwork to create a striking piece suitable for ceremonial wear. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum Art's Costume Institute, was generously gifted by Muriel Kallis Newman in 200, highlighting its value as a preserved cultural treasure. In 19th-century India, such headdresses held profound cultural significance, often wo...