Bag

MOA: University of British Columbia

2948/24

A loosely woven bast string bag. The strap has been knotted several times in the middle, reducing its length.


  • Type of Item bag
  • Culture Asmat
  • Material plant fibre
  • Measurements height 52.5 cm, width 19.5 cm, depth 7.0 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 poor
  • Accession Number 2948/0024