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1880-1920
GUSN-22574
Braided rope made from corn husks, in 21 sections of varying lengths. While the body of the rope is tightly braided, the ends of the husks protrude as tassels from the rope.
braiding
husk (plant material)
corn (seed)
Corn husk
Braided
ROPE
Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
4.5 (W) (inches)
Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker
1998.2665
Maine (United States)
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