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Large burden basket, twined. Made of bear grass (dyed red) and devil's claw.
Large burden basket, twined. Made of bear grass (dyed red) and devil's claw.
Object Number 46-25-10/27755
Display Title Large burden basket, twined. Made of bear grass (dyed red) and devil's claw.
Descriptions
Object Description Large burden basket, twined. Made of bear grass (dyed red) and devil's claw. Top bound with thongs of hide, the ends of which hang over the side. Leather fringe and bottom.
Inventory Description Basket, pack, leather base and fringe, orange and brown band designs
Classification
  • Basket
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Apache
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Arizona
Materials Fiber, Leather, Wood, Hide
Dimensions Overall: 32 x 35 x 34 cm (12 5/8 x 13 3/4 x 13 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 46-25-10/27755
Provenance
Collector Mrs. Richmond Mayosmith (around 01/01/1910)
Donor Mrs. Richmond Mayosmith (03/22/1946)

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