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Baby Carrier

20th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Baby Carrier
  • Date: 20th century
  • Geography: Peru, Ucayali River
  • Culture: Shipibo-Conibo
  • Medium: Cotton, paint, bone
  • Dimensions: Height 8 in.
  • Classification: Textiles-Woven
  • Credit Line: Bequest of John B. Elliott, 1997
  • Object Number: 1999.47.306
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
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