Record metadata:

Type Cultural Object (2014 Definition)
TitleIIc 6084
KeywordsContainer
DescriptionThis container was used to carry water or palm wine. It features a carved decorative rim and a spout with plug. The plug is attached with a string. The string enables it to be carried when walking.
Creator of ObjectPresumed Makasae people
Date CreatedPre August 1935
Place CreatedPresumed Baguia Sub-district, Baucau District, Timor-Leste
Object TypeDomestic object
Dimensions57 cm high
Use status in 2014Used
MaterialBamboo and twine
TechniqueHand carved and twined
Institution/Holder: objectMuseum der Kulturen Basel
CollectorDr Alfred Bühler
Date CollectedAugust 1935
Place CollectedBaguia Sub-district, Baucau District, Timor-Leste
File CopyrightMuseum der Kulturen Basel. Photograph taken by Joanna Barrkman, 2014
MKB/Buehler object titleBehältnis, G Tuu, M
Production status in 2014Still made
Timorese Language Term/sTu'u, M Au, T

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