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ProvenanceMrs. Maria McKeen Allen; Taylor Museum (2970), Colorado Springs, Colorado
BibliographyVincent, Gilbert et al. Art of the North American Indians: The Thaw Collection. Cooperstown, New York: Fenimore Art Museum, 2000, p.311.
Fognell, Eva and Alexander Brier Marr, eds. Art of the North American Indians: The Thaw Collection at the Fenimore Art Museum, 2nd ed. Cooperstown, New York: Fenimore Art Museum, 2016, p. 329.
Culture
Thompson River
Cradle
Datec. 1880
DimensionsOverall: 6 × 11 1/2 × 28 in. (15.2 × 29.2 × 71.1 cm)
Object numberT0518
Credit LineGift of Eugene V. and Clare E. Thaw
Photograph by Richard Walker
Label TextLocal roots, grasses, and bark provided Salish women with materials to construct sturdy yet beautiful cradles for their babies. Earth-toned cherry bark and bear grass embellish these cradles in a technique known as imbrication—decorative surface weaving over the structural foundation. This cradle’s pristine condition suggests that it was never used. Additionally, the sides are missing ties that would have secured the baby and its padding. ProvenanceMrs. Maria McKeen Allen; Taylor Museum (2970), Colorado Springs, Colorado
BibliographyVincent, Gilbert et al. Art of the North American Indians: The Thaw Collection. Cooperstown, New York: Fenimore Art Museum, 2000, p.311.
Fognell, Eva and Alexander Brier Marr, eds. Art of the North American Indians: The Thaw Collection at the Fenimore Art Museum, 2nd ed. Cooperstown, New York: Fenimore Art Museum, 2016, p. 329.
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