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50-49-1924
From: Philippine Islands | Amburayan
Curatorial Section: Oceanian
Object Number | 50-49-1924 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Provenience | Philippine Islands | Amburayan |
Section | Oceanian |
Materials | Bamboo | Bark |
Technique | Basketry |
Description | Rectangular, squared corners, rigid wickerwork. Stakes are split bamboo, active elements are nito (brown) and caronsi (orchid plant, yellow). Foot of wood attached with single knots. Above it are two "embroidery" bands of decorative twill work in brown and yellow. All corners (top and bottom) are reenforced on outside with bamboo splints. Lid is finished with braided and knotted border. Strip of bark for carrying handle. |
Height | 15 cm |
Length | 23 cm |
Width | 6 cm |
Credit Line | Purchased from Misses Elizabeth H. Metcalf and Sarah S. Metcalf, 1950 |
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