This complex design may either represent a symbolic design or may represent a hide stretcher or willows bound together.
Weasel hides were usually stretched in this manner, with seven or eight hides on the willow frame.
Anthropomorphic figures of women denoting plenty and the figure (left) holding what appears to be a fish in her hand. This is quite natural since Dinwoody Lakes abound with trout and ling.
This anthropomorphic design shows a papoose tied to the cradle board (center) with the woman (left) turning her head and hiding her face (showing disgrace). The figure to the right is unfinished.
An anthropomorphic design probably showing the face and headdress with the decorative long beads on the breast. The other designs have been explained. It would also appear that this figure is unfinished or has been broken off.…