rice winnower
Catalog Number | 109490 |
Literary Reference | , 13839 |
Cultural Affiliation | Apayao (Tinguian) |
Continent | Asia |
Country | Philippines |
Region | Luzon Island |
Island | Philippine Islands |
Province | Apayao |
Original Name | igan |
Materials | bamboo, rattan |
Catalog Description | Name: Igan. bamboo rice winnower. Same as 109488. Rattan rim and lashings. The rice, after being pounded in a mortar, is winnowed in order to remove the chaff. The round winnowers are also used as food trays. |