Manioc Strainer Item Number: H2.109 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Manioc strainer and press. Long, narrow, basketry tube. Woven from thin strips of black and undyed stem(?) in a herringbone pattern. One end is open, with a woven loop protruding from one side of the rim, while the other end is closed and has a loop bound with twined cord protruding from it.

History Of Use

Traditionally used as a manioc strainer and press. Would be filled with manioc pulp, suspended from one end and twisted, forcing out the acidic moisture.