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Native American, Pomo
before 1916
Object Place: California (Central), United States, California
Medium/Technique
Willow rods, carex roots, and cercis splints
Dimensions
11.75 cm (4 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of George F. Meacham
Accession Number16.149
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas
ClassificationsBasketry
DescriptionThis weave is called "Bamtush" by the Indians. The warp is willow rods, the weft carex roots and splints of cercis. Colors ecru and brown. Edge shows the ends of the rods fastened by a 3-strand border.
Provenance1916, gift of George F. Meacham (b. 1831 - d. 1917), Boston, to the MFA. (Accession Date: June 1, 1916)