Miniature

Water Scoop

95-21-27

From: North Thailand

Curatorial Section: Asian

Native Name Chong Long | Phong
Object Number 95-21-27
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Thai
Provenience North Thailand
Date Made 1900-1953
Section Asian
Materials Rattan | Bamboo | Wire
Technique Basketry | Woven
Description

Scoop for moving water in gardens or in paddy fields and for catching fish trapped in paddy fields. Woven bamboo or rattan scoop mounted on long stick. Rim and end reinforced with wooden strut. Wire reinforcements.

Credit Line Gift of Katharine and Mary Anglemyer, 1995

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