Belt
Belt
Object name: Belt
Date: 1800-1840
Dimensions:
1540 x 1540 mm
Medium: Flax
Object number: C02356
DescriptionMaori plaited flax fibre belt, plaited in yellow and dark brown strips to create cross-hatched diamond shapes. The ends are woven in a light brown with ties to secure the belt. It was used to secure handclubs in place for combat.
Culture: Oceania