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Basketry Tray

Maker Unknown, Igorot

MediumFiber, pigment, wood, bamboo

Dimensions1 1/2” H x 5 1/2” W

Credit LineLathrop Hall Collection

Object numberH35E

DescriptionRound basketry tray with elaborate start including red and yellow triangles within concentric squares, divided by dark linear elements. Alternating yellow and red decorative border on the bottom, alternating black and yellow at lower side, dyed red bamboo punctuated with four black and yellow ornaments. Wood rim wrapped with dark fibers. Twisted fiber handle.

ClassificationsBasketry

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