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Cradleboard

Unknown

Southwest, Apache

circa 1940

Cedar and willow wood, trade cloth

1991.01.3384

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Joe Grandee Collection

Like most examples, Apache cradleboards are lightweight and extremely easy to handle. They provide excellent protection for infants and a safe way to transport them, particularly over long distances. Objects such as small brass bells are often placed on the hood of the cradle to entertain and pacify the infant.

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