Bag

MOA: University of British Columbia

2981/6

Woven rectangular basketry bag with crisscross design in pink and blue. Bottom has a multi-coloured fringe. Handle is comprised four long twisted strands. Fringe sits at top of bag. Short ties close the bag.


  • Type of Item bag
  • Culture Western Melanesia
  • Material grass fibre, dye
  • Measurements height 85.0 cm, width 35.0 cm, depth 2.0 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Joan Bennett
  • Received from Joan Bennett

  • Made in Admiralty Islands

  • Collection Date between 1973 and 1976
  • Ownership Date before November 9, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on November 9, 2012

  • Item Classes basketry
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2981/0006