Basket
CultureTlingit | Native American
DateEarly 20th century
MediumSpruce roots, grasses, and dyes
DimensionsBase: 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
Overall, Rim: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
5 in. (12.7 cm)
Overall, Rim: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
5 in. (12.7 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous gift
Object number59.60.3
Not on view
DescriptionWoven basket (of Wush tookh a'r-kee, "close-together work" weave) in the shape of a goblet, with false embroidery on the exterior: two horizontal bands withalternating red and black geometric design motif (variation of Sha'r-dar yar-a'r-kee, "the work or embroidery around teh head" motif, i.e., work on the wooden helment, and also on the hat worn by the shaman).ProvenanceHoonah, Chichagof Island, Alaska
