New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Basket

CultureTlingit | Native American

DateEarly 20th century

MediumSpruce roots, grasses, and dyes

Dimensions3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm)
Overall, Rim: 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)

Credit LineAnonymous gift

Object number59.60.6

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DescriptionWoven basket (of Wush tookh a'r-kee, "close-together work" weave) on three legs with a handle. False embroidery on exterior: central band with black undulating geometric design motif, which is framed by two red lines (variation of Khu wou kus say-ya'-yee, "blanket-border fancy picture;" based on a border designs used in blanket weaving).
ProvenanceHoonah, Chichagof Island, Alaska