1930s Siamese Chada (Mongkut) Headdress

An extraordinary Siamese Chada (Mongkut) headdress dating to the 1930s, adorned with mirrored glass, floral filigree, and intricate metalwork. Traditionally worn in Thai royal and ceremonial dress, its soaring tiered form symbolizes Mount Meru, the sacred mountain at the center of the universe.   From the Estate of Margaret G. Huntington, by descent from Marian Prentice Huntington, who acquired the headdress during a world voyage in 1935–1936 and brought it home to San Francisco.   In beautiful vintage condition. Wear consistent with use and age. Surface oxidation and patina present throughout the metal work. Minor losses, bends, and wear on some decorative elements. Mirrored elements feature scattered wear and oxidation. Please review photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition report.  All vintage sales final.      AVAILABLE FOR BERKELEY, CA PICKUP OR WHITE GLOVE DELIVERY PAID BY CUSTOMER. CONTACT SHOP@ERICATANOV.COM FOR A QUOTE.   Pickup & Delivery White Glove Delivery Large and fragile items are available to be shipped nationwide with White Glove service by our award-winning delivery partners.   Please select "White Glove Delivery or Local Pickup" at checkout to request this service and we will follow up with a quote.   Quotes provided online and in store are valid for 30 days. For questions, please contact shop@ericatanov.com or 510.524.1762.    Atelier Pickup Local buyers may collect their order at our Berkeley Atelier. Please select "White Glove Delivery or Local Pickup" at checkout and we will contact you to coordinate a pickup window. Local buyers may also consider Lugg delivery.     Please note that buyers or third party couriers must provide their own packing materials for large or fragile items. We are unable to provide packing materials or blanket wrapping, unless previously arranged with a salesperson.   International Delivery We are unable to provide international delivery at this time, however buyers may request delivery to their domestic freight forwarder or receiving warehouse. Contact shop@ericatanov.com for additional questions.