DepartmentHispano

Bowl

NameBowl

CultureNuevomexicano

DateFirst half of 19th century

Possibly madeNew Mexico, United States, North America

MediumAlamo knot(?), cottonwood

DimensionsOverall: 12 5/8 x 13 3/4 x 5 1/8 in. (32 x 35 x 13 cm)

Credit LineGift of the Historical Society of New Mexico

Object numberA5.1952.20

DescriptionHollowed from alamo knot, cut across log so that ends show tree rings on outside of both narrow ends. Originally had ground or shaped rim. Has been used for cooking, apparently, as inside is charred. Split on bottom was patched with small tin patch. Old HS list states this was from "La Puebla," a small avillage on the Chimayo river between Santa Cruz and Chimayo. Acquired April 10, 1911.