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Sinew-backed yew bow
Object Number 94-57-10/R433
Display Title Sinew-backed yew bow
Descriptions
Indigenous Term Xo'ji-s'itlting (Hupa)
Inventory Description Bow, polished exterior, painted interior, wrapped sinew at center and ends
Classification
  • Accessory
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Yurok?
  • Hupa?
  • Karuk?
  • Klamath?
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / California
Additional Geographic Terms Klamath River?; Trinity River?
Materials Wood, Sinew, Yew, Sturgeon glue, Paint
Dimensions Overall: 79.5 x 5.5 x 1.3 cm (31 5/16 x 2 3/16 x 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object R433
Provenance
Collector Frederick H. Rindge (No information)
Donor Frederick H. Rindge (01/01/1894)

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