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Object Name:
Basket
Object ID:
1993.513
Creator:
Yokuts Indians (attr.)
Place of Origin:
Northwest Coast or CA
Date:
1875-1925
Description:
Basketry jar, coiled, Native American, of "bottleneck" form. Polychrome design of "diamondback rattlesnake" motif in annular bands on sides and flattened shoulder. Pairs of vertical bars on neck. Red wool edging inserted at outermost edges of shoulder.
Material:
Tissue
Wool
Dimensions:
H-5.5 Dia-10.25 inches
Provenance:
Attributed to Yokuts Indians.
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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