Cornhusk Bag

NameBag

CultureNative American; Nez Perce

DateLate 19th century

Place madeGreat Basin Region, United States, North America

MediumHemp, cornhusk, hide, wool, beads

Dimensions22 1/2 × 15 1/4 × 1 1/2 in. (57.15 × 38.735 × 3.81 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.2386

Object numberA.1995.93.2386

Collections

The Lloyd Cotsen & Neutrogena Collection

DescriptionCornhusk bag is woven on a hemp base overlapped with cornhusk and a geometric pattern in multicolor Germantown yarn. The top of the bag is made of hide and has a drawstring closure with beaded tabs. Color: Tan, Brown, Black, Red, Green, Blue. Technique: Weaving, Beading.