Pig Leash
2013-18-18
From: Truk Islands | Tol Islands | Tol
Curatorial Section: Oceanian
Object Number | 2013-18-18 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Provenience | Truk Islands | Tol Islands | Tol |
Section | Oceanian |
Materials | Hibiscus |
Description | Pig restraint made from braided hibiscus fiber. An adjustable collar is created by threading the leash through a hole in one end, which is made somewhat wider. The other end is knotted, with a long tassel of loose fibers. An effective restraint, as pigs do not eat hibiscus fiber. |
Height | 1 cm |
Length | 360 cm |
Width | 1 cm |
Credit Line | Gift of Stephen B. Richmond, 2013 |
Other Number | 32 - Collector Number |
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