{"product_id":"ritual-headdresses-congo","title":"Ritual headdresses – Congo region, mid 20th century (six pieces)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"488\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese headdresses sell per piece. Please let us know with your purchase, which piece you desire.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eThis group of ritual headdresses originates from the Congo region of Central Africa. Constructed from woven plant fiber and richly adorned with cowrie shells, seeds, and mounted bird beaks, these objects reflect the symbolic complexity of Central African ceremonial traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eThe conical basketry structures are densely covered with natural materials that carry layered meanings: cowrie shells associated with wealth and vitality, seeds symbolizing fertility and regeneration, and bird beaks representing spiritual mediation between earthly and ancestral realms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eSuch headdresses were worn in ritual, initiatory, or society-based contexts and were not intended for everyday use. The surfaces show authentic age, wear, and handling consistent with mid-20th century ceremonial production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neiriz Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408881967431,"sku":"253011","price":500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/2887\/6359\/files\/253011.jpg?v=1772031191","url":"https:\/\/neiriz-collection.com\/products\/ritual-headdresses-congo","provider":"Neiriz Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}