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Cornhusk Bag

CultureNez Perce
Date1870s
MediumNative fiber
DimensionsOverall: 12 1/2 × 10 3/4 inches (31.75 × 27.31 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Nelson
Object numberR81-11/5
On View
Not on view
DescriptionWrapped cornhusk design in soft gold and green native dyes. lozenges on one side, geometric designs on opposite side.
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Cornhusk Bag
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R81-11/6
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ca. 1900
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