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Object #     2-321
Object name     Basketry Cradle
Culture of Origin     Thompson
Materials     Cedar Root, Slat, Cherry Bark, Grass
Techniques     Coiled, Imbricated, Beaded, Dyed
Exhibit Label    

To form sturdy cradles, cedar roots are coiled around flat
splints of wood. Leather straps and cloth padding would
hold the child securely in place.

Source     Dr. Erna Gunther


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