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Culture/People
A:shiwi (Zuni)
Previous owner
Joseph Keppler, Jr. (Udo J. Keppler/Gyantwaka), Non-Indian, 1872-1956
Seller
Joseph Keppler, Jr. (Udo J. Keppler/Gyantwaka), Non-Indian, 1872-1956
Object Name
Headdress (Image withheld)
Media/Materials
Vegetal Fiber, cordage, hide
Techniques
Painted
Object Type
Ceremonial/Ritual items
Place
Zuni Pueblo, Zuni Reservation; McKinley County; New Mexico; USA
Collection History
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Joseph Keppler, Jr. (1872-1956, a long-time friend of George Heye); purchased by George Heye from Joseph Keppler in 1906.