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50-49-1926

From: Philippine Islands | Amburayan

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number 50-49-1926
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Philippine Islands | Amburayan
Section Oceanian
Materials Rattan | Bamboo | Bark
Technique Basketry
Description

Twillwork of natural and dyed rattan forming geometric design. Bottom squared, held in shape with split bamboo attached with Malay knots. Top is finished with split bamboo hoops attached with mousing knots. Bark strip forms handle.

Height 12 cm
Outside Diameter 23.9 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Misses Elizabeth H. Metcalf and Sarah S. Metcalf, 1950

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