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Object #     2006-29/18
Object name     Basketry Table Mat
Culture of Origin     Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
Materials     Kimej, Pandanus, Coconut Palm
Techniques     Coiled, Teneriffe, Dyed
Dimensions     Diam: 11.5 in
Exhibit Label    

These hot plates use traditional Marshallese weaving techniques, including the teneriffe-style (needle woven) design in the center of the plate, to make handicrafts for sale to outsiders.
Source     Ms. Joan K. Edberg
Credit     Donald M. & Kathleen L. Harshbarger Collection


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