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Object Number
975-43-10/53022
Display Title
Samples of the cane used in making Chitimacha baskets
Descriptions
Object Description
Thirteen samples of the cane used in making Chitimacha baskets, showing the different steps taken in preparing the material to weave. First five stages show the splitting of the cane; Six shows preparation for dying. 7th (3 pieces) shows dyed cane; 8th is resplit (3 pieces), and final is trimmed for weaving. See authorities and provenance--detailed object and acquisition descriptions.
Inventory Description
Cane samples of types used in making baskets
Classification
- Wood
Department
Ethnographic
Date
1975
Artist
Faye Stouff
Culture
- Chitimacha
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
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United States
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Louisiana
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Iberia Parish
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Jeanerette
Materials
Cane, Paper
Dimensions
Overall: 27.5 x 36 cm (10 13/16 x 14 3/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
975-43-10/53022
Provenance
Collector
Faye Stouff
(1975 - 1975)
Dealer
Faye Stouff
(1975 - 1975)
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