Squamish Nation Collections database : Cultural Item : Basketry, rectangular basket. [C2022.007.010]

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IdentifierC2022.007.010

Object Name / TitleBasketry, rectangular basket.

Object TypeBasketry

Description Basket, cedar root, oval in slat foundation with coil construction. The basket and its lid have red and black checker board imbrication in diagonal rows. The lid is attached to the basket with two hide loops at the back of the basket and a clasp at the front. The basket also has two coiled handles attached by hide loops on the body of the basket.

MaterialsCedar Root, Cherry Bark, Hide

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