Armor

Body Armor

P3295

From: Gilbert Islands

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

Object Number P3295
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Gilbert Islands
Section Oceanian
Materials Coconut Fiber
Description

Body and leg armor, in one piece. Overalls of network of heavy strands of sinnet (woven coconut fiber).

Credit Line Purchased from Mrs. Isobel Strong through Anderson Auction Company, 1914

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