Flat plaque
CultureHopi
Datelate 19th-early 20th century
MediumYucca
DimensionsOverall: 2 × 12 inches (5.08 × 30.48 cm)
Credit LineGift of Daniel R. Anthony III and Eleanor Anthony Tenney
Object number50-73/39
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DescriptionCoil foundation is a bundle of galleta grass or rabbitbush, sewn with narrow splints of yucca. Approximately one inch in diameter, indicating the older basketry of 2nd Mesa. Possibly a petal design radiation from a central start. Dyes are present.
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Emmet Gowin
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