Mat Item Number: K2.247 a from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

One of two matching rectangular mats (see K2.247 b) made from long strands of papyrus stitched together in rows. The outer edges are dyed in maroon and green stripes, alternately, with the centre remaining undyed; the green stripes are longer than the maroon stripes.

History Of Use

For sleeping, or sitting (not as a floor covering)