Small, rectangular black barkcloth bag with a drawstring at one narrow end. Small pieces of cream barkcloth have been appliquèd in a band, and across the 2 bottom corners. In the centre of the band, and across the top end of the triangular shapes additional pink bands have been added. The areas have been embroidered with multicoloured threads. 2 tassels are attached to the textile with beaded string at the bottom corners. Almost certainly 28.4.56/13b.
bag (containers); textile
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