Summary
Containers are made from a single sheet of bark or a large palm leaf like this one. They are folded and at times strengthened by binding or stitching. They were either made quickly on the spot for a single use and then discarded, or might be kept and reused over time like this one that appears to be somewhat robust.
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Olko
Physical Description
A single palm leaf folded and stitched at either end. A handle consisting of a strip of fibre is attached at either end.
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Object Measurements
430 mm (Length), 400 mm (Width), 190 mm (Height)
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Indigenous Region
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Acquisition Information
Long-term Loan from The University of Melbourne, 28 Mar 1973
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Acknowledgement
The Donald Thomson Collection. On loan to Museum Victoria from The University of Melbourne.