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Fall 2024 Fine Art & Estate Auction

Piaroa Shaman Crown of Feathers, Venezuela

This auction ended on October 31, 2024.

Start price: $20

Estimated price: $40 - $80

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Two feathered ceremonial headdresses with twined basketry bands and feather adornments from the Piaroa people of Venezuela. (Piaroa Indians, Jeguaka Brazilian, Brazil, Guarani-Kaiowa, Paraguay, South American Tribal) 
Material: Feathers, Natural Fibers

Dimensions (including feathers): Larger: Length: 10"; Width: 29". Smaller: Length: 20"; Width: 21"

Condition: Signs of age and wear include some minor separation, possible feather loss.

Age: 1980s

Provenance: JoAnn Young Collection. 

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