Vintage Bontok Gubu Fish Trap from the Philippines - 8" H X 4" Diam.

Vintage woven split bamboo "gubu" fish trap basket from the Bontok peoples. A tool for catching small fish in the rice paddies, its loop could then be tied to the back of the user’s hip. Due the age, condition, and amazing dark brown colored patina - it will add interest to any décor. Use in a variety of interior spaces from Japandi, Coastal Modern... to Rustic or Wabi Sabi. 

Place of Origin: Bontok, Ifugao, N. Luzon, Philippines  

Date of Manufacture: 1950s-1960s 

Condition: Excellent 

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures. 

Dimensions: 4.5 in. Diam. X 8.25 in. H 

Reference:

Philippine Basketry - An Appreciation by Robert F. Lane (pg. 78)

C.E. Smith Anthropology Museum at Cal State East Bay

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