Name/Title
BasketEntry/Object ID
44.4.2Description
Basket is handwoven using "mai bong" bamboo and rattan. Weaving takes about 2-3 days. Basket body has two weaving patterns. Rattan supports strengthen the basket for carrying on back or from head. 3 x nylon army green straps (2 x shoulder, 1 x head) have been attached, taken from American parachutes found in a field about 3 kms from their village (where there are still US MIA searches today). People prefer these straps to natural fibres as they are stronger. Mr Bounthan made this for his son. Used by the son to carry things during the groom's procession to the bride's house, during the wedding ceremony.Collection
Tai Kadai: Tai PhuanMade/Created
Date made
2009Place
Location
Ban Nakood, Vienthong District, Houaphan ProvinceDimensions
Height
39 cmWidth
32 cmDepth
29.8 cm