Coconut leaf basket

human history

One long segment of coconute frond having been split longitudinally along the stem (only one side used). Midribs are retained making a strong basket. Each leaf folded along midrib and basket plaited in check. Braided finish at bottom starting from one end and end tucked into basket at the other end.

Accession number: 2019.68.845 Last Update: 26 Oct 2023
Accession Number

2019.68.845

Other Id

92.196

Department

Pacific

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