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Pouch

MOA: University of British Columbia

3274/43

Small pouch of plaited pandanus fibre. Rectangular in shape and tightly woven with multiple patterns. The flap and rim of the opening are decorated with angled fringe. Two thin plaited cords extend out from either end of the flap, and both attach near the flap's centre. A long plaited carry strap is attached from the upper corners of the pouch and knotted at ends. Inside the pouch is a bundle of pandanus fibre.

  • Type of Item pouch
  • Culture Yapese
  • Material pandanus leaf, dye
  • Measurements height 13.3 cm, width 17.8 cm, depth 2.2 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner William H. Alkire
  • Received from William H. Alkire
  • Made in Yap
  • Collection Date between 1962 and 1965
  • Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017
  • Item Classes basketry
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3274/0043

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