Sporans (Sash)

20th Century

Indian Museum, Kolkata
Kolkata, India

It is a black cotton band having red coloured geometric designs, woven on the outer surface of it. Dyed animal's hair is attached to the lower border of the band. Fringes of cotton thread are present at two ends of the band for tying it. It is used by the Angami Naga men.

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Title: Sporans (Sash)
Date: 20th Century
Location: Naga hills, Assam, India.
Physical Dimensions: Length- 9 cm, Width- 106 cm.
Type: Dress

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