Description
This bilum is handmade by our tambu Margaret Ono in Inauabui, Mekeo PNG
A short handle that can be worn on the shoulder or over the head -PNG style shown by our niece Maryanne in the village. A classic Mekeo style with different design on each side.
Yellow, red, blue, white, purple and green cross combination.
What are the dimensions
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Strap Length: 88cm from each lip
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bilum Height: 54cm
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bilum Width: 72cm measured from the base
Care
The amazing thing about these fishing line ve'a - bilums is the longevity. Hasu has some in her collection that are over 60 years old.
Our sisters in the village would say use OMO and a scrubbing brush! You can simply soak the ve'a in a bucket of water with some washing liquid or powder, give them a scrub and they will come up beautifully.
Design
Each Ve'a tells a story. Old and new language that tell of time, place, people and lands. The story of Papua New Guinea.