Native American, Southwestern United States, Eastern Arizona, Ancestral Puebloan (Anasazi), ca. 1150 to 1250 CE. An interesting collection of 20 pieces of Ancestral Puebloan artefacts; 6 fragments from baskets, 2 shell pieces with drilled holes, 7 lengths of braided fiber cords, and 5 strands of deer bone and stone beads. The basket fragments are comprised of tightly woven strands of vegetal fiber, likely from yucca plants. The fine interlacing visible in these pieces demonstrates the weavers' skill. The stone beads are black and barrel shaped, while the bone beads present creamy beige hues. The arid climate has preserved these fragments of this past culture and gives a rare glimpse into their use of vegetal material and weaving. All is displayed in a wooden and glass case. Size of largest woven fragment: 2" L x 1.5" W (5.1 cm x 3.8 cm); bead size: 0.25" L (0.6 cm); case: 18" L x 12" W (45.7 cm x 30.5 cm)
Display stand shown in photos is for photography purposes only.
Provenance: private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Dr. David Harner collection, Springdale, Arkansas, USA, acquired between the 1950s and 1960s
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Condition
All are fragments of larger pieces as shown. Fraying and unraveling of cords. Scattered mineral and earthen deposits throughout. Displayed in a modern wood and glass case. The red foam backing is actively flaking, and should be replaced.