Akimel O'odham (Pima)
Plaque
Akimel O'odham (Pima), 1933-1966
Scroll
Akimel O'odham (Pima)
Plaque
Akimel O'odham (Pima), 1933-1966
Physical Qualities
Tule stem, willow, devil's claw, 18 1/4 in. (46.3 cm.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Florence Reese Winslow
Object Number
1953.220.B.165
The man in the maze design represents the story of Elder Brother (Siuhu). Siuhu was a powerful hero who shared control of the universe. Over time he lost his popularity and became a mischief-maker and a vagabond who lived hidden in the mountains. The trail to his house was so confusing that no one could follow him. In his final appearance before leaving the 'O'odham he instructed them in the definition of a yearly calendar.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by bequest, 1953; Florence Reese Winslow, Baraboo, WI.
Dena S. Katzenberg, The Baltimore Museum of Art, "And Eagles Sweep Across the Sky", September 18-November 13, 1977
Katzenberg, D. S. "And Eagles Sweep Across the Sky": Indian Textiles of the North American West. Baltimore: Baltimore Museum of Art, 1977, no. 249, p.140, ill. p. 139