Cage

89-13-297

From: Thailand (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 89-13-297
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Thai (uncertain)
Provenience Thailand (uncertain)
Section Asian
Materials Basketry
Technique Basketry
Description

Large oval bamboo container. Strips of bamboo run the length of the container with spaces in between each strip. Strips are attached to frame by wire. Circular wooden discs at top and bottom. Metal clasp attached to top, hooking onto wire loop on body for closure. Cage for small animals.

Height 22.5 cm
Length 45 cm
Outside Diameter 22 cm
Credit Line Gift of the Estate of Elizabeth Lyons, Keeper of the Asian Collections, University Museum, 1989

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