Ladakh Headdress Known As Perak/peyrak In Turquoises
Important Ladakh headdress known as a perak/peyrak. Composed of a long, richly padded red fabric adorned with over 330 natural turquoise stones intertwined with three reliquary beads (Gau) and a carnelian appliqué surrounded by coral beads (a species not subject to CITES). The central section is encircled by two large ear flaps of black-dyed astrakhan fur, from which hang braids of hair and wool knotted together at the bottom.
North India, Himalayan region, Ladakh territory, 20th century.
Total length: 112 cm.
Provenance: Brought back from an ethnographic expedition in 1984.
North India, Himalayan region, Ladakh territory, 20th century.
Total length: 112 cm.
Provenance: Brought back from an ethnographic expedition in 1984.
690 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Semi precious stone
Length: 112 cm
Reference (ID): 1723486
Availability: In stock
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