Skip to main content
Object Number
995-29-10/73315
Display Title
Netted cone-shaped miniature burden basket
Descriptions
Object Description
Cone-shaped miniature burden basket (kiaha), with four wooden poles (of saguaro cactus ribs?) supporting a lace patterned net of an unknown plant fiber in natural, red, and blue. Plaited yucca pad. Basket attached to poles by black cloth ties.
Inventory Description
Basket, miniature burden basket, wooden frame, netted fibers, plaited handle
Classification
- Basket
Department
Ethnographic
Date
1940-1979
Culture
- Pima
- Papago
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America
/
United States
/
Arizona
Materials
Yucca, Cactus, Plant fiber, Cloth
Dimensions
Overall: 18.9 x 41.4 x 41.2 cm (7 7/16 x 16 5/16 x 16 1/4 in.)
Quantity
1
Label on object
995-29-10/73315
Provenance
Collector
Dr. William R. Wright
(1995)
Donor
Dr. William R. Wright
(1995)
Important Note about Historical Language
Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.
