bag (containers)

Small flat satchel incorporating two panels of intricately woven vegetable fibre in cream and brown, with an elaborate fringe across the bottom and all around the mouth, and several longer tassels trailing below. The handle is constructed from four triangular pieces of network which join together in a plaited strap which is further ornamented with a split leaf tassel on two sides.

Collection Information

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