Description

Calabash gourd container with woven basketry around the base and sides; small round opening at top of container. Basketry around sides consists of an open criss-cross pattern; two pieces of rattan circle top of gourd like a collar. Loops secure pieces of rattan on either side of container together; braided cord knotted through either loop, forming carrying strap. Basketry base functions as a foot for the container; has straight sides and jutting bottom edge.