Gaonbura of Oting (Image number C.007, J.P. Mills Photographic Collection)

A Gaonbura is a Government appointed headman. In recognition of the fact, they are given a red cloth - which he is carrying across his shoulder. He wears ear ornaments made of long hair.

Full title: Gaonbura of Oting (Image number C.007, J.P. Mills Photographic Collection) [electronic resource].
Format: Photo           
Language: English
Published: 1923.
Series: SOAS Digital Library.
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