Summary

This open stitched bag has been twined and knotted, with bands of dyed and undyed pandanus and a single, plaited handle attached on opposite sides. Open space bags can be made using a variety of stitches but share a common, open space.

Local Name

djerrh baladjdji kunngobarn

Physical Description

Bag, twined and knotted, with solid bands of dyed (purple, green, yellow and white) pandanus and undyed pandanus.The bag has a single, plaited handle attached on opposite sides.

Significance

Shirley Kelly specialises in flat knotted pandanus handbag forms.

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