Strap
Strap
Object name: Strap
Date: 1790-1840
Dimensions:
740 x 740 mm
Medium: Coconut fibre
Object number: C03044
DescriptionPlaited band of coconut fibre cord from Tahiti used as a component of a Heva Chief Mourners outfit.
Cord forms the basic component of many ornaments. Plaited fibre cord is of great significance in Pacific culture. Cord was used to bind together and build canoes, houses and other objects before the introduction of metal nails.
Cord forms the basic component of many ornaments. Plaited fibre cord is of great significance in Pacific culture. Cord was used to bind together and build canoes, houses and other objects before the introduction of metal nails.
Culture: Oceania