Bark Cloth Item Number: Aj109 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Wide sheet of thin, tan-coloured material made from bark. One side paler than the other. Many repairs made with sinew thread; also some patches. Edges unfinished (no fraying). Grain appears to be diagonal to the edges; often the grain direction is crossed perpendicularly.
History Of Use
A traditional cloth derived from the inner bark of a central African tree. This material has been used extensively throughout the region, for garments, containers, and other products.
Specific Techniques
Apparently from the inner bark of a species of brachysteria.
Item History
- Made in Kampala, Uganda
- Collected during 1957
- Owned by Albert C. Cooke before November 2, 1978
- Received from Albert C. Cooke (Donor) on November 2, 1978
What
Who
- Culture
- Central African ?
- Previous Owner
- Albert C. Cooke
- Received from
- Albert C. Cooke (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Kampala, Uganda
When
- Collection Date
- during 1957
- Ownership Date
- before November 2, 1978
- Acquisition Date
- on November 2, 1978
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 0495/0007