Basket
CultureTlingit | Native American
DateEarly 20th century
MediumSpruce roots, grasses, and dyes
Dimensions1 1/2 x 6 1/4 in. (3.8 x 15.9 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous gift
Object number59.60.4
DescriptionWoven basket (of Wush tookh a'r-kee, "close-together work" weave) in the shape of a shallow bowl (Kut-tus-ar yet, "beating-or-shaking-under vessel" form). False embroidery on the interior: rows of alternating black and orange geometric patterns (likely a variation of Thluhl k-yar-nee, "the leaves of the fire-weed" design motif).
ProvenanceHoonah, Chichagof Island, Alaska
