Sago leaf basket

human history

Probably sago frond leaflets arranged vertically and sewn together. Display surface decorated with cassowary and white feathers, croix seeds, embroidery and brown and white pigment. Reverse side decorated with embroidered pattern with areas painted white and brown. Suspension cord sewn on to reverse side.

Accession number: 2019.68.956 Last Update: 27 May 2026
Accession Number

2019.68.956

Other Id

99.203

Department

Pacific

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