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Catalog Number

CAS 2000-0003-0001   CAS 2000-0003-0001; Purse
Category Accessories/Ornaments; Basketry
Object Name Purse
Culture Filipino
Global Region Southeast Asia
Country Philippines
State/Prov./Dist. Luzon
County
Other Geographic Data Village: San Juan, Ilocos Sur
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture 1999
Collection Name N/A
Materials Pandanus (?) fiber
Description Woman's rectangular handbag woven of pandanus (?) fibers in plaited technique; Open top is secured with short loop fastener; Pair of braided loop carrying straps are attached to upper sides of bag.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 30.5, Width = 28.3, Thickness = 7.3