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Basket

Maker Unknown, Igorot

MediumFiber, pigment, bamboo, synthetic cordage

Dimensions2 1/2” H x 4 3/4” W

Credit LineLathrop Hall Collection

Object numberH35L

DescriptionSmall basket with two types of weaving on the base and a ring of four stitches with red pigment on the base and around the lower basket. Five rings of red-dyed bamboo around body of basket. Original strap present but frayed and shiny red synthetic cordage strap added.

ClassificationsBasketry

Collections

Longyear Museum of Anthropology Collections

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