Akha Hill Tribe Seed Dispenser EUO120

From the Akha hill tribe ethnic minority of Northern Thailand, this vessel is made from dragon bamboo, a particularly large variety found in Southeast Asia. It has a detailed pattern carved into a large section and is bound by traditional Ahka beads. In the past, this vessel was tied around the waist of the Akha farmer and used to dispense the seeds it held. While the vessel itself is several decades old, the woolen threads appear to be fairly recent replacements.