Container

MOA: University of British Columbia

3274/78

Barnacle turmeric container nestled in a coconut fibre cordage macrame net and handle. Attached to the macrame are four frond bannerettes.

  • Narrative

    Recepticle used to store turmeric by magician for application to persons or objects during rituals or curing ceremonies.


  • Type of Item container
  • Culture Yapese
  • Material acorn barnacle, coconut fibre, coconut leaf
  • Measurements height 19.4 cm, width 6.8 cm, depth 3.9 cm (overall)

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

  • Made in Yap

  • Collection Date during 1965
  • Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3274/0078