Pouch for a Sacred Book


Basketwork pouch for sacred book, decorated with cotton embroidery.

Title: Pouch for a Sacred Book

Artist: Unknown

Creation Date: 1900s

Geography: Indonesia, Sumatra

Culture: Batak

Medium: Cotton

Technique: Embroidery

Dimensions: 12.7 x 16.8 cm (5 x 6 5/8 in)

Classification: Accessories Carried

Credit Line: Gift of Thomas Murray, 2022

Object ID Number: 2022.3.KT449a