Armband

MOA: University of British Columbia

2948/68

Armband. Thin oval band of woven rattan fibre with subtle vertical stripes. The ends are joined in a weave with loose fibres protruding.


  • Type of Item arm band
  • Culture Asmat
  • Material rattan
  • Measurements height 1.6 cm, diameter 8.6 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Lorne Balshine
  • Received from Lorne Balshine

  • Made in Papua

  • Collection Date during 1980
  • Ownership Date before April 11, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on April 11, 2012

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2948/0068