Bark cloth (siapo)
Artist
Samoa
Date1892 - 93
MediumPaper mulberry bark, natural dyes
ClassificationsMaterials
Credit LineGift of Carrie Ormsbee
Object number1979.27.14
DescriptionDivided into 3 columns of 11 rectangles each. One column's borders in brown, the other two in yellow. Decorated entirely in geometric patterns outlined in black. Designs include triangles, diamonds, lines, and "net" design. Some triangles filled in with yellow dye. Two opposite edges frayed. Hand painted.On View
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