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Head of a figure carved in very soft wood and represented wearing a low crested helmet. This is probably the head of a marionette or puppet used in special hula dance performances which did honour the gods. Hawaii, late 18th century. 29 x 14 x 18 cm. Oc,HAW.77
Location
British Museum/London/Great Britain
Unique Identifier
ART391530
Type
Image
Purpose
Public
Size
2747px × 3600px
Photo Credit
© The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY
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18th century CE
Figure, Sculpture
Hawaiian Cultures
Head
Helmet
Shell
Woodcarving