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Datec. 1900
DimensionsOverall: 7 1/2 × 5 3/4 in. (19.1 × 14.6 cm)
Object numberT0632a-b
Credit LineGift of Eugene V. and Clare E. Thaw
Photograph by John Bigelow Taylor, NYC
Label TextThis basket is a fine example of Chitimacha basketmaking. The Chitimacha use river cane from the banks of the Mississippi River and natural dyes from black walnut husks and blood root plants to create the brown and burnt-red surfaces. Some basketmakers weave flowing, curvilinear lines in their work.
ProvenanceLucy H. Morrow; 49 Steps Gallery, Los Angeles, California; Sotheby's, New York City
BibliographySotheby's. Sale 6567. May 24, 1994, lot 139.

Vincent, Gilbert et al. Art of the North American Indians: The Thaw Collection. Cooperstown, New York: Fenimore Art Museum, 2000, p.36.

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. 20.
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