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Kanak Skirt   (ref. 701)

 

New Caledonia  .  East Coast  .  Hienghene  .  Houailou  .  19th century

Height : 15"  .  Base Diameter : 10"

weaved vegetable fiber  .  Bat hairs  .  european textile

 

Mada Jahi skirt (Houailou language). Women's garment worn around the waist. Becomes marriage portion and must stay closed after the wedding.