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Oblong Basket with Rattlesnake and Human Figure Design, c. 1920
Yokut people; Central Californ…
Basket
Oblong Basket with Rattlesnake and Human Figure Design, c. 1920
Yokut people; Central Californ…
Oblong Basket with Rattlesnake and Human Figure Design, c. 1920 Yokut people; Central California Redbud and black fern stem; 12 x 16 x 3 3/4 in. 2346 Gift of Mrs. Helen Billingsley Flintham

Basket

ClassificationsFurnishings-Accessories-baskets
Culture Yokut
Datec. 1920
Made AtCalifornia, United States, North America
MediumRedbud and black fern stem
DimensionsOverall: 12 x 16 x 3 3/4 in. (30.5 x 40.6 x 9.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Helen Billingsley Flintham
Object number2346
DescriptionDecorated with diamond back rattlesnake design and single row of human figures, alternating male and female. Probably made by Yokut Indians.

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