Pandanus leaf (veveo)
Production date
1989
Country
Australia
State/Province
Queensland
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Description
Bundle of narrow leaf strips, some of which are dyed green. Tied in the middle with a further strip of pandanus.
Classification
INDIGENOUS CULTURES Melanesian & South Sea Islander raw material
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Production date
1989
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Measurements
Weight:112g
Length:260mm
Width:130mm
Length:260mm
Width:130mm
Media/Materials description
Pandanus leaf
History and use
Pandanus leaves are used for weaving baskets and mats in Vanuatu. Three types of pandanus are used on the island of Pentecost: veveo-bita, veveo-meto, and veveo-damwemwe. The method of preparation varies for each.
This item is part of Alice Hunai’s collection of Vanuatu material culture, created in the 1980s.
This item is part of Alice Hunai’s collection of Vanuatu material culture, created in the 1980s.
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QE25610
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