Skip to main content
Object Number
985-17-50/12068
Display Title
Camel bag; triangular shaped leather bag
Descriptions
Object Description
Camel bag; triangular shaped leather bag. black, red, yellow, green and white dyed leather pieces are to applied front of bag in round, rectangular and lattice strip patterns. long and short dyed leather tassels ornate the bottom. one tassel hangs below clasp on flap. back and detacheable shoulder strap are natural color.
Inventory Description
Bag, triangular, flap closure, colored applique and fringe, tassle, strap
Classification
- Bag
Department
Ethnographic
Culture
- Tuareg
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
/
Mali
Additional Geographic Terms
Gao
Materials
Leather
Dimensions
Overall: 55.5 x 32.4 x 2.7 cm (21 7/8 x 12 3/4 x 1 1/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
985-17-50/12068, 792
Provenance
Collector
Kendall A. Mix
(1985)
Collector
Robin H. Mix
(1985)
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.
