Zemanek-Münster

Torque of a warrior

India, Naga
not available anymore
Size
D: 15 cm
D: 5.9 inch

Description

brass, decorated with engraved spiral ornaments, with patina;
the heavy neck ornament is part of the ceremonial outfit of a warrior. The discs decorated with spirals are considered symbols of human heads. In connection with head-hunting tradition.


Comparing literature

Jacobs, Julian, The Nagas, London 1990, p. 259

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