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Dowry chest

Artist LAMBOK

MediumReed, palm leaf, cowrie shell, pigment

ClassificationsContainers

Credit LineGift of Dr. David Nalin

Object number2006.2.79

DescriptionSquare box with lid which appears to be made primarily of palm leaf strips. Bark/reed runs vertically up each corner and around bottom and top. 3 sides are split into 6 sections of alternation colors - from top, red, natural, brown, red, natural, red. Upon the 4th side, a lotus pattern is embroidered with small cowrie shells. Colors on the background/ palm leaf on the side are black, orange, and natural. Small flake/smears of green and blue paint are visible. Red pigment smeared around top and non-cowrie embroidered sides. Cover begins 24 cm from bottom.

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