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Apache woman's work basket

 Accession
Identifier: MUS-93

Content Description

Used to carry things by the Apache women in Arizona. Made of grass, reeds, and leather thongs. 9 1/2" tall, 9 3/4" in diameter. Weaving of red and dark brown grass in pattern around the basket. Groups of four thongs, 4"-6" long were woven in four places at the top of the basket for decoration. A wider thong placed on one side for carrying.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

No

Dates

  • 1700-1970

Extent

1 items : 1 basket ; 9 1/2" tall, 9 3/4" in diameter

Source