Hopi Chasing Star Basketry Tray

Artist Alberta Selina (Hopi)

Nametray

Date2003-2004

Mediumplant fibers, natural dyes

DimensionsHopi plaque: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)

Credit LineGift of Don and Rita Morgan

CultureHopi

Object numberA2019-2-3

ClassificationsMay Collection

DescriptionHand coiled basketry plaque, having bundle foundation of coarse grasses, and wrapping coils of yucca plants of different colors; circular, slight flat plaque, with clockwise start, thick coils, and finished rim; unrestricted vessel; cream, red-brown, yellow, and black decorations; design consists of four rectangular blocks in spiral configuration from center to rim; loop attached on reverse to hang.

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