Record metadata:

Type Cultural Object (2014 Definition)
TitleIIc 6069
KeywordsContainer
DescriptionThis container was used to carry personal items, such as sirih pinang and knives etc to the field. Used mainly by men. This container consists of a base and lid. It contains a wooden spatula and knife. T A twinned flat cotton strap is attached that enabled the container to be carried.
Creator of ObjectPresumed Makasae people
Date CreatedPre August 1935
Place CreatedBaguia Sub-district, Baucau District, Timor-Leste
Object TypePersonal object
Dimensions14.7 cm high 5 cm diameter
Use status in 2014Not used
MaterialBamboo and cotton
TechniqueHand carved, incised and plaited
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 titleBehälter, G Noka
Production status in 2014Not made
Timorese Language Term/sNoka, M Kohe au, T

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