Baby's head flattener. Consists of panel of wood through which holes are pierced at the ends and around the edges of the central part. Strings through the holes attach the panel to two fabric bands formed into a T-shape, the central band of which is attached to the middle of the top of the central part of the panel and secured with a bead. A small package, probably an amulet, is attached with string to the corner of this part. The fabric is plain and undyed.
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