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Object #     1-907
Object name     Basketry Cradle
Culture of Origin     Fraser River
Materials     Cedar Root, Cedar slats, Bear Grass, Cherry Bark, Leather
Techniques     Coiled, Imbricated, Beaded, Dyed
Dimensions     L: 22.7 in, W: 10.7 in, H: 5 in
Exhibit Label    

S'abadeb-Seattle Art Museum As infants, babies are swaddled and placed in basketry or wooden cradles. Ornate decoration is common with cradles. In some communities the use of red decoration indicates a gift made for a beloved daughter or granddaughter, while black is more commonly used for male babies.

Source     Dr. Erna Gunther


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