Bag made entirely by hand by an indigenous community from Papua New Guinea. This community lives in the Southern Highlands, in the province of Mendi, in the village of Pangia.
Their customs are deeply rooted in the land; their life is that of gatherers/hunters. They wear practically no clothes. Their worldview is very similar to that of Australian aborigines. They share much of their mysticism and mythological legends and their attachment to nature.
These bags are made entirely by hand. Not only the weaving of the bag but also the spinning is completely artisanal and primitive, without the use of a spinning wheel or loom. The knots and finishes that prove their authenticity can be appreciated.
In the case of this bag, it has this shape because its primitive use was to carry babies on the back while working, leaving the hands free. The strap is attached to the forehead and falls down the back. It can now be used as a normal crossbody bag.
This bag, in addition to the characteristic hand-spun fabric, includes shed fur from wild possums that they collect in their burrows, incorporated into the weaving, which makes it even more special.
It is resistant yet lightweight.
A true beauty of the genuine and handmade.
The colors and geometric shapes are unique to this indigenous community.
Zipper closure as the only concession to modernity.
