Woven Cotton Handbag

National Park Service, Museum Management Program
United States

This cotton handbag was used by prehistoric Native Americans living at the Montezuma Castle cliff dwelling. It was created by loom weaving black and white threads into a complex geometric design. The textile was folded in half and stitched along one side to create a handbag.

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Title: Woven Cotton Handbag
Contributor: Montezuma Castle National Monument
Park Website: Park Website
Other Related Links: American Southwest Virtual Museum
National Park Service Catalog Number: MOCA 123
Measurements: L 30.5, W 15.25 cm
Material: Cotton textile
Date: 1150-1400 CE
Cultural Group or Period: Prehistoric Native American

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