Vesa

human history

Vesa. Two leg ornaments. Plaited plant fibre, possibly voivoi (pandanus), light brown in colour. Brought together into a round shape with a large knot as a feature. Round in section. 11728.1 has a metal nail stuck into the knot to keep it secure. 11728.2 has a slight depression that is green in colour.

Last Update: 20 Sept 2018
Common Name

Adornment

Other Name

Leg ornaments (English)

Place
Fiji
Accession Date

1893

Other Id

11728 (ethnology)

11728.1 (ethnology)

11728.2 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific

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ornament, 11728, 11728.1, 11728.2, Photographed by Jennifer Carol, digital, 21 Aug 2017, Cultural Permissions Apply Cultural Permissions Apply
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