The Dayak peoples of Borneo attached beaded panels to the backs of their rattan baby carriers in the beliefs that the beads themselves and the motifs depicted would protect a child from the negative spirits seeking to steal its soul.

Dayak Beaded Baby Carrier Panel - No. 235

Featuring Hooked Double-Rhomb Motif

Probably made by a Kayan or Bahau Woman of Kalimantan or Sarawak, ca. 1880-1900.

European and Asian glass beads, vegetal fiber thread.

9 x 8.75 in / 23 x 22 cm

Unpublished.

Price on Request.

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