Malo Malo Large Zip Clutch

Bag Number 3682

  • This clutch features a dual design, with the Skin Pik design displayed on the front and the Steps design featured on the back.
  • 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.
  • The Zig Zag or Snake pattern is one loved by many weavers and speaks to the belief that some ancestors take the form of snakes.
  • 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.

30cm width
23cm height
9cm depth

Artisan weaver Nancy Fike lives with her three children in Asarefa, near Fanuifa in Goroka. She adores weaving the Kundu Drum and Skin Pig patterns, particularly in blues and browns. Separated from her husband and now the sole earner for her family, Nancy uses the money she earns to support her children’s education and care for an elderly parent. Nancy has the sweetest nature with a gentle, calm presence.

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