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An image of Bilum (looped string bag) by Unknown

Unknown

(Papua New Guinea)

Title
Bilum (looped string bag)
Other titles:
Billum bag
Place of origin
WonenaraObura-Wonenara DistrictEastern Highlands ProvincePapua New Guinea
Cultural origin
Baruya people
Year
acquired 1969
Media category
Textile
Materials used
2-ply plant fibre string, dyed and looped
Dimensions

44.5 x 48.0cm overall:

0 - Whole; 61cm (24"); base

0 - Whole; 33cm (13"); neck

Credit
Gift of Stan Moriarty 1977
Accession number
538.1979
Location
Not on display