Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik
Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik
Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik
Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik
Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik
Natural/Orange Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper by Sepik

Lina Raun Raun Bilum Shopper

Bag Number 3732

 

  • Raun Raun Design  is the first and original design which our ancestors started weaving. It goes round and round eventually building up the size of the Bilum. 
  • 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 mini body and short strap length

 

19cm wide
19cm high
23cm 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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