Summary
This looped string handbag by Garnbaladj Nabegeyo has horizontal bands of black, white and yellow feathers. The four feathered string handles are attached to the rim on opposite sides of the bag. Feathered bags have a history in Gunbalanya related to certain ceremonies.
Garnbaladj was taught by her mother to make baskets. In addition to working in classical styles and techniques she also experiments with open coiling techniques. She has participated in several String World Festivals, has provided consultation to museums and is a strong advocate of fibre arts.
Local Name
djerrh kunmud dorrengh
Physical Description
String handbag, looped, with horizontal bands of coloured feathers (black, white, yellow). The four feathered string handles are attached to the rim on opposite sides of the bag.
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Object/Medium
Bag
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Locality
Gunbalanya, Western Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia
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Fully Extended
500 mm (Length), 250 mm (Width), 70 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands, Australian Indigenous Identity and Contemporary Life