Box (2) - Beads - Sumatran wedding baskets

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Two beaded wedding baskets from Sumatra, woven in split rattan and edged with cowrie shells from Lampung, Indonesia, circa 1940s; a poised vintage pair for traditional display or dowry ceremonies.

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Two Sumatran beaded woven Wedding Baskets / Dowry Boxes.
Indonesia, Sumatra, Lampung Bay area - circa 1930-1960.

Fully beaded split rattan baskets with cowrie shell edging.
The baskets are used mainly for the presentation of wedding gifts, usually food or cloth, and are carried to the celebration on the head.

Larger dowry box:
Height = 16 cm
Width = 18 cm

Smaller dowry box:
Height = 12 cm
Width = 12 cm

In good condition. Normal traces of age and use. Overall in good vintage condition.
For a good impression, please watch all photos carefully.


Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

Two Sumatran beaded woven Wedding Baskets / Dowry Boxes.
Indonesia, Sumatra, Lampung Bay area - circa 1930-1960.

Fully beaded split rattan baskets with cowrie shell edging.
The baskets are used mainly for the presentation of wedding gifts, usually food or cloth, and are carried to the celebration on the head.

Larger dowry box:
Height = 16 cm
Width = 18 cm

Smaller dowry box:
Height = 12 cm
Width = 12 cm

In good condition. Normal traces of age and use. Overall in good vintage condition.
For a good impression, please watch all photos carefully.


Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
740 g
Glass type
Beads
Specific region of origin
Lampung Region, South Sumatra
Title additional information
Sumatran wedding baskets
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Glass, Rattan, Shell
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
16 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated Period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
1787
Objects sold
100%
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