QUIVER and its blowgun arrows called Log or Käräban
Palawan culture, Philippines
Around 1900
Bamboo and plant fibers
Height: 27 cm; Width: 5.5 cm

Quiver and blowgun arrows - some weighted at the base by a light plant cone, used for hunting monkeys and small game.
It consists of two cylindrical bamboo sections - one forming the interlocking lid and the other the container; decorated with an engraved design reminiscent of a mountain.
Double bindings in braided plant fibers, one of which holds a carved wooden hook which, while walking, allowed it to be hung from the belt or loincloth.

Provenance: Former French private collection.

Ref.: 7176

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