As worn by Southern Chinese military and militiamen.
Dimensions
Height 27 cm
Diameter 22 cm
Weight
507 grams
Materials
Bamboo, rattan, lacquer or varnish, pigments
Origin
China
Dating
19th century
Price €450, -
Description
An old Chinese conical helmet of a type that militiamen and foot soldiers wore. This example is rather old, with a deep patina and remains of painted decoration. The outside consists of slivers of bamboo, woven together with rattan strips. The inside lining is a rattan basket weave.
Some losses to paint and to rattan. See photos. No restorations or repairs.
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