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Cornhusk Bag

Unknown

Plateau, Nez Perce

ca. 1900

Corn Husks and Yarn

1991.01.1575

On View

Stitching & Sewing

Joe Grandee Collection

Cornhusk bags were originally used to store edible roots or personal items. Design patterns on early bags were limited to subtle differences in the brown tones of the corn husks or twine. With the introduction of commercial yarn, designs became more complex, complimented by a broader and bolder color palette.

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