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Burden Basket Model

1900
(Yokayo Pomo, 1877–1930)
California, Pomo, Late 19th- Early 20th century
redbud, sedge; twined (plain twine)
Overall: 10.8 x 15 cm (4 1/4 x 5 7/8 in.)
Presented by William Albert Price in memory of Mrs. William Albert Price 1917.486
Location: not on view
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Native Californians used working burden baskets, carried on the back with the aid of a tumpline that passed around the forehead, to carry all kinds of food and many other items. At the turn of the century, some weavers made scaled-down versions like this one for use as cornucopias in table arrangements in American homes.
Burden Basket Model

Burden Basket Model

1900

Mary Benson

(Yokayo Pomo, 1877–1930)
California, Pomo, Late 19th- Early 20th century

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