{"product_id":"hopi-attributed-ceremonial-rain-sash","title":"Hopi | Handwoven Ceremonial Rain Sash with Cornhusk Tassel Forms | Circa Early – Mid 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Southwest, likely Hopi Pueblo Culture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-spun cotton textile with cornhusk tassel forms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early–Mid 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large handwoven ceremonial sash is believed to represent a traditional Hopi rain sash, woven entirely from hand-spun cotton and adorned with numerous suspended twisted tassels terminating in rounded cornhusk-form elements. The textile displays a finely executed woven body with substantial length and dramatic hanging cords designed to create movement during ceremonial performance and dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRain sashes such as this held ceremonial importance within Pueblo cultural traditions, particularly among Hopi communities where woven ritual garments symbolized rainfall, agricultural fertility, and spiritual renewal. The elongated suspended tassels and rhythmic arrangement of the cornhusk-form knots contributed both visual symbolism and kinetic movement during ritual dances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sash demonstrates traditional weaving techniques and retains a strong sculptural presence, making it both an important ethnographic textile and an impressive display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Entirely hand-spun cotton construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Traditional Pueblo ceremonial textile form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Large suspended tassel arrangement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rounded cornhusk-form tassel elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Handwoven construction with visible craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Strong ethnographic and decorative display presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Retains an original collection \/ price tag marked $725 with inventory code DI5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRain sashes were significant ceremonial garments within Pueblo traditions and were commonly associated with ritual dances invoking rainfall, fertility, and harmony with the natural world. Hopi textile traditions are especially recognized for their symbolic ceremonial weaving practices passed through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplays age-related wear, light discoloration, visible staining, minor fraying, and irregularities consistent with age and traditional use. Overall well preserved with strong visual presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 52 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 8 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e75–100 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate collection Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a comparable Hopi Pueblo Wedding Sash \/ Rain Sash in the collection of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/americanindian.si.edu\/collections-search\/object\/NMAI_274580\" title=\"Hopi Pueblo Wedding Sash and Rain Sash – Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian\"\u003eSmithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/tribal-indigenous-artifacts\" title=\"Tribal and Indigenous Artifacts – Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\"\u003eCollection of Tribal and Indigenous Artifacts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55932076294466,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/First_photo_design_-_2026-08-25T190848.178.png?v=1787739541","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/hopi-attributed-ceremonial-rain-sash","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}