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Object #     1990-112/2
Object name     Iep in Kili, Basketry Purse, Kili Bag
Culture of Origin     Marshall Islands, Ebon Atoll
Materials     Kimej
Techniques     Diagonal Plaited
Dimensions     L: 7.5 x 8 in, W: 4 x 4.5 in, H: 10 x 2.5 in
Exhibit Label    

"The women designed and wove this new type of bag which became the only economic support for their families."
Bonnie Johnson, Bikinian

Source     Mrs. Irene de Mile
Location     Marshall Islands
Credit     Gift of Irene Sutkus de Mile


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