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Object #     1989-15/1
Object name     Xlaam, Basket
Culture of Origin     Klikitat
Maker or Artist     Nettie Jackson Kuneki
Materials     Cedar Root, Bear Grass, Cedar Bark, Dye
Techniques     Coiled, Imbricated, Dyed
Dimensions     H: 11.5 in, Diam: 9.5 in
Exhibit Label    

The butterfly design means well wishes, good luck, and everlasting happiness. It is used on wedding or trade baskets, or for a special gift. Eight pairs of men and women are at the top, a spiderweb design is at the bottom, and deer placed between finger designs are used in the central panel. ('A Time of Gathering')
Source     Ms. Nettie Jackson Kuneki


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