Barbra Mix Mix Bilum Clutch
Bag Number 3784
- This Mix Mix Biulm Purse is a combination of Diamond design and Skin Pik.
- The story behind the Diamond design is rich in culture and is held dear to the women of Papua New Guinea, not only is it a symbol of abundance and prosperity, traditionally in Goroka it is given to a newly wed as a sign of wealth and prosperity for their new married life.
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The Skin Pik design is local to Goroka and symbolizes when when women came together to eat, those with higher status were treated to finer parts of the pig, the women of lower status were left to wait. The design speaks of independence and empowerment.
- This Bilum is handwoven from acrylic and wool yarn as well as upcycled knitwear using traditional weaving techniques.
- This purse is lined and features a frame closure and internal pocket.
* Adornments sold separately
