Hat

MOA: University of British Columbia

3131/20

Basketry hat. Cap is half-orb in shape, constructed in a very fine weave, with a slight dip at top centre around a wrapping of bark. Design is imbricated, in repeating geometric patterns of triangle motifs, and fine encircling lines of alternating colour, dark brown and uncoloured grass. Interior is undecorated.


  • Type of Item hat
  • Culture Yurok
  • Material grass, dye
  • Measurements height 9.0 cm, diameter 18.3 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Diane J. Anderson, Craig Anderson, Reid Anderson, Dana Anderson-Breau
  • Received from Craig Anderson, Reid Anderson, Dana Anderson-Breau

  • Made in California

  • Ownership Date before October 2, 2015
  • Acquisition Date on October 2, 2015

  • Item Classes basketry
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3131/0020