Natural Bilum

Natural Bilum

Bag Number 3394

  • The Steps pattern is inspired by a woman's daily journey up the mountain steps. Everyday she comes down the steps to collect water and the things that she needs to sustain her family. She carries them back up to her house on the mountain side, sometimes walking alone and sometimes with friends. They share stories and laugh, bringing joy to a task that would otherwise be hard.
  • The natural fibres are sourced from surrounding vegetation including the Sisal and Pandanus plant, laboriously beaten, twisted into string and then woven. Weavers expertly utilise natural dyes made from plants, ochres and berries to enhance their patterns.
  • Small body and long strap length.

 

40cm wide
29cm high
85cm strap

Artisan weaver Lina Singu is a successful bilum weaver and matriarch to her clan. She is from the Sepik River and has one son who has completed his university in engineering. From the income she earns from bilum, Lina has bought land and built a house with electricity. She is a highly creative weaver and wants to open an arts and crafts shop.

Read more about The Weavers.

Each piece is completely unique and has been created using natural materials. Exposure to harsh sunlight and water may cause damage.

To clean bag; hang in direct sunlight for a couple of hours and then shake out. 

* Adornments sold separately

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