Kete pusa

human history

Kete pusa. Storage basket. Made by Apiseka Nemaia. This kete is made from launiu (coconut leaf). Two coconut fronds are split into four sides that are created for plaiting. This is woven in the flat then joined together in the round. The base is plaited and there is a fakaumaga (protruding edging) which marks the conclusion of the weaving. Kete like this are used for storage purposes such as clothing, household items, or anything else depending on the owner.

Nama tāpiringa: 1970.208 Whakahounga o Mua: 18 Sept 2019
Ingoa Kē

Storage basket (English)

Accession Number

1970.208

Rā Tāpiringa

1970

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

43775 (ethnology)

Wāhanga

Pacific

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