Palm Fibre Brush

A brush, or broom, for sweeping the floor. It is made out of palm fibres which have been folded in half, and reinforced with cane. Its handle has a geometric design. The British Museum catalogue described the brush as a fan.

Further Information

  • Type: Domestic equipment
  • Object: Palm Fibre Brush
  • Materials: Vegetable, organic fibre, Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 390mm [L] x 340mm [W] x 350mm [C]
  • Production Date: Pre 1949
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: D. K. Oldman
  • Museum: British Museum
  • Accession Number: BM:Af.1949.46.817

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