Fibre

MOA: University of British Columbia

3274/76

Large skein of twisted coconut fibre. The fibre is loosely coiled, and then tightly wound in a spiral across the length. The fibre is tied to create a loop on one end.


  • Type of Item fibre
  • Culture Yapese
  • Material coconut fibre
  • Measurements height 71.5 cm, diameter 8.0 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner William H. Alkire
  • Received from William H. Alkire

  • Made in Lamotrek

  • Collection Date during 1962
  • Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3274/0076