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Object #     2000-34/2
Object name     Shawl, Ato'o
Culture of Origin     Hopi
Materials     Cotton, Wool, Dye
Techniques     Twill Weave, Sewn, Dyed, Spun, Plain Weave
Dimensions     L: 119.5 cm, W: 99.0 cm
Exhibit Label    

This type of wearing blanket were tradtionally worn by unmarried women, usually as a ceremonial shawl. Male chiefs wore them ceremonially, as did men dancing as female or other kachinas.
Source     Mr. John A. Putnam
Credit     Gift of John A. Putnam


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