Bag

29-59-251

From: Angola

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 29-59-251
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Hanha
Provenience Angola
Section African
Materials Fiber
Technique Woven
Description

Envelope shape with cover which fits over the top. Split reed, natural color and purple; fine basket weave. A handle of plaited reed is attached to each side of the bag from the bottom to the top and passes through a slit in each side of the cover. Dr. Johnson says: "Made in Benguela and used for all kinds of purposes on trips for carrying small objects, etc."

Height 21 cm
Width 22 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Henry C. Mercer, 1927
Other Number Mercer unknown - Old Museum Number | 168 - Collector Number

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