Raffia Bag

A bag, woven from raffia, or grass, with a plaid pattern. The raffia forms bundles at the top, which have been tied together to form handles.

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Further Information

  • Type: Containers, vessels
  • Object: Raffia Bag
  • Materials: Vegetable, organic fibre
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 78mm [L] x 150mm [W]
  • Production Date: Pre 1869
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Henry Christy
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.2779

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