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Bag Art Centre notes: The basket/bag is made of natural raffia and jute. It is made using a traditional ‘one twist’ method. It has a thin strap. The dyes are commercial and colour fast. Size of bowl:  10cm x 6cm Length of strap: 43cm

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Woven Mat Traditionally, Nganiyal (conical mats) were used as an insect screen when erected, and as a sitting mat when folded. They are used in Ceremony as well as a functional item.  Nowadays, artists weave many different shapes including flat, round and oblong. 

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Dhirrithirri (ceremonial skirt) Dhirrithirri is a ceremonial skirt made from balgurr (kurrajong). They are worn by both men and women for different ceremonies particularly dhapi (boys initiation ceremony).

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