| Object Number | 18079A |
| Current Location | Collections Storage |
| Provenience | New Zealand |
| Section | Oceanian |
| Materials | Manila Hemp |
| Description | A bundle of Manila hemp (Abaca). Abaca is found in the Philippines and is used to create a wide variety of objects, i.e., textiles, bags, rope, etc. Manila hemp is not found in New Zealand (Aotearoa); however, it is widely used in the maritime industry as it is very durable. Manila hemp rope and netting were often found throughout the Pacific in the 1800s-1900s. |
| Length | 40 cm |
| Width | 13 cm |
| Credit Line | Gift of William Pepper, 1891 |
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