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Native American, possibly Maidu
before 1899
Object Place: California (Central), United States, California
Medium/Technique
Fibers, quail top knot feathers, and clam shell
Dimensions
7.6 cm (3 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. George Linder
Accession Number99.133
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsBasketry
DescriptionThis coiled basket is hallow with rounded sides which are decorated with dark brown fret borders. White shell disks and black feathers ornament the rim.
Provenance1899, gift of Mary Frances Farlow (Mrs. George) Linder (b. 1846 - d. 1922), Brookline, MA, to the MFA. (Accession Date: October 19, 1899)