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Betel pouch of woven straw
Betel pouch of woven straw
Object Number 37-98-70/657
Display Title Betel pouch of woven straw
Descriptions
Indigenous Term bola
Inventory Description Pouch, rectangular, plaited straw, red, yellow, black applique, open one side
Classification
  • Pouch
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Dutch East Indies / <State> / Nias Island
Additional Geographic Terms Dutch East Indies, South; Hilisimaetano, vicinity of
Materials Plant fiber, Dye, Cotton
Dimensions Overall: 22.5 x 14 x 0.9 cm (8 7/8 x 5 1/2 x 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1

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