Shipibo Woven Bag


Collection

Phillip Shaw III Collection


Identifier

SHA10


Artist

Shipibo Tribe


Description

This bag was woven from Peruvian made fiber cordage. The handle of the bag was woven on a strap loom and the body was crocheted. A decorative pattern was added to the bag with natural dyes.


Medium

raw plant materials

Width

21in

Height

29.5in

Length

0.5in

Where Made (Region)

Ucayali River, Eastern Peru

Where Made (Country)

Peru

Related place

Peru

How Acquired

Donation

When Acquired

Jan 2020

Name of Donor

Austin Friends of Folk Art