Wedding Basket

62-9-17

From: United States of America | New Mexico (uncertain) | Arizona (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 62-9-17
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Navajo
Provenience United States of America | New Mexico (uncertain) | Arizona (uncertain)
Culture Area Southwest Culture Area
Section American
Materials Plant Fiber
Technique Basketry | Coiled
Description

Tightly coiled basket bowl. Navajo wedding basket with typical design of two bands of black, stepped motifs on either side of a red band. A break in the design creates a narrow opening. Good condition.

Height 11.5 cm
Outside Diameter 38.2 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Paul Sharpless, 1962

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