Summary
This coiled bucket basket has been made with horizontal bands of dyed and undyed pandanus. The handle has been made with two different techniques joined together, with plaiting used in between two coils which is known as 'kaberl karidji dja milebuyika'.
Local Name
badjkid
Physical Description
Bucket basket, coiled, with horizontal bands of dyed pandanus (orange, green and brown) and undyed pandanus. The coiled and plaited handle is attached on opposite sides.
Significance
The work of Mary Naborlhborlh often involves open coiled baskets which feature handles plaited in the centre, such as this.
More Information
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Object/Medium
Basket
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Locality
Gunbalanya, Western Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia
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Fully Extended
370 mm (Length), 340 mm (Width), 470 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands, Australian Indigenous Identity and Contemporary Life