Coiled Plaque with Navajo Wedding Basket Pattern

This coiled basket plaque features a red and black dyed design inspired by the Navajo wedding basket pattern. The plaque includes a loop for hanging, indicating it may have been used decoratively as well as ceremonially.

Navajo wedding basket motifs typically include a central opening, stepped elements representing life paths, and contrasting bands symbolizing harmony and protection. The dyed yucca coils in this plaque echo those symbolic meanings.