Bag

MOA: University of British Columbia

2981/3

Large bilum with an open weave. Bottom is rounded, as is opening. Handle is knotted at the top. Striped decorative pattern in red, yellow, brown and green.


  • Type of Item bag
  • Culture New Guinea
  • Material grass fibre, dye
  • Measurements height 49.0 cm, width 31.0 cm, depth 2.0 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Joan Bennett
  • Received from Joan Bennett

  • Made in Lae

  • Collection Date during 1973
  • Ownership Date before November 9, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on November 9, 2012

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2981/0003