Platter

URN: CH0039.5

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About the artefact

Simple name (Somali)

Dermada cuntada/ Masarafada Cuntada (Heat mat - Modern)

Simple name (English)

Platter

Measurements

35.5-37.5 mm (D)

0 mm (L)

0 mm (W)

3.0-4.0 mm (H)

Material

Basketry

A woven circular mat that is used to place food on when serving to guests. Food is eaten communally with one big plate in the middle of the space that people share from.

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