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Loom
A backstrap from a backstrap loom, consisting of a thick, rectangular piece of leather with a twisted cord attached at each end. The cords pass through holes punctured through each end of the leather strap and are tied into loops. There is an embossed design pressed into the surface of the leather on the left side of the strap.
Details
Catalog Number: A77:1:48K
Object Name: Loom
Alternate Name: Loom, Backstrap
Dimensions:
- Depth: 0.4cm
- Length: 57cm
- Width: 10.2cm
World Region: North America
Culture Area: Mesoamerica
