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ClassificationsFurnishings-Accessories-baskets
Culture
Aleut
Dateearly 20th Century
Made AtNorth America
MediumNative grass and walrus ivory
Dimensions9 3/8 × 13 1/8 × 12 1/2 in. (23.8 × 33.3 × 31.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of the Herbert W. Clark Trust
Object number2016.14.37
DescriptionAleut baskets were used in daily weaving. Baskets with handles were used for gathering berries or shellfish. Aleut baskets had an open weave, which allowed sand or dirt to filter through while washing the berries or shellfish in the creek or ocean. Baskets were woven by the women, and young girls were taught to make them before marriage. Elmus Morris, beach grass, or wild rye grass were the main traditional materials used for weaving baskets, mats, bags, burial mats, room dividers floor coverings, baby carriers, and seat covers for kayaks.On View
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