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Object Number
985-27-10/59550
Display Title
Back rest. Mat of stripped sticks (willow?) lashed by sinew.
Descriptions
Object Description
Back rest. Mat made from stripped sticks (willow?) held in position by sinew woven between rods vertically and by denim trim all around edge. Trapezoidal strap w/ denim handle at top. Bead decorated cloth at narrow end.
Inventory Description
Backrest, wood sticks edged with denim fabric, beaded floral design, top, tinkle
Classification
- Backrest
Department
Ethnographic
Date
19th century
Culture
- Southwestern Chippewa
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
Dimensions
Overall: 31.2 x 85.3 cm (12 5/16 x 33 9/16 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
985-27-10/59550; 24515
Provenance
Owner
Maj. Abbott
(12/03/1925)
Intermediary
Walpole Galleries
Donor
William H. Claflin, Jr.
(01/01/1985)
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