Fatu mixing clay with shell dust
Abstract
After mixing clay with shell temper, Fatu uses a handful of dried roots to sweep up the shell residue stuck to the floor and add it to the mixed clay roll. She then takes some water from a plastic bucket and moistens the mixed clay roll.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Pacific and Southeast Asian Studies
Archaeology and Rock Art Studies
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 13 March 2026
- Language
- EN