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Description: 

Plain twining, S-twist, over groups of rushes, two to four rushes per group. Juncus rush warp and weft. Start is two separately wrapped bundles, crossed. Three-strand twill twining on base (unusual). Three rows of three-strand twining at the turn-up and two below the rim. Design band in two face overlay of red wool and white bear grass. Horizontal braided rim, no handle. Made by Kitty Tom. From collector's journal: "Rogue River /Old Kitty/ April 1896/ Price 1.00." Old catalog "18-1896 Rogue River."

People: 
Grand Ronde
Location Description: 

Western Oregon; Northwest Coast