Fishing Bag

MOA: University of British Columbia

3559/2

Beige fishing bag with a long strap. Body of bag is rectangle-like, tapering at opening; knotted fringe in bottom corners. Body is loosely woven; spaces are diamond-spaced. Weave at opening consists of horizontal bands secured together with vertical lines, spaced evenly throughout. Strap connects to top of bag with four cords on each side; two cords attached at front and back.

  • Narrative

    Said to be a fishing bag from one of the 'Hill tribes'.


  • Type of Item bag
  • Culture Northern Thai
  • Material cotton fibre
  • Measurements height 98.2 cm, width 59.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Marilyn Walker
  • Received from Marilyn Walker

  • Made in Thailand

  • Collection Date between 1988 and 1999
  • Ownership Date before March 23, 2022
  • Acquisition Date on March 23, 2022

  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3559/0002