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Title
Chinese Opera Cantonese character headdress
Date Created and/or Issued
early-mid 20th century
Contributing Institution
Center for Sacramento History
Collection
Center for Sacramento History Photo Collection
Rights Information
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Description
1920s Chinese Opera Cantonese character headdress. An exaggerated tiara shape which extends vertically from a head band topped with fabric pompoms. Primary surfaces are decorated with cut-out shapes, multicolored beads, and pompoms. Long, lush pink silk tassels hang from both sides.
Type
Image
Identifier
AEA160EF-3BBB-4EF1-868C-995098672270
1980/151/023
Subject
Chinese

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