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Makak made by Lizie or Elizabeth Crow (maker confirmed by birchbark label inside), RCIN 84334. 11.0 x 16.0 x 8.0 cm.

Elizabeth (Betsy) Crowe, aged 55 in 1861, was the wife of Chief John Crowe. Betsy is listed on the census as unable to read or write, living in a log home with John, three children and Sarah Copway.

red and white heart shaped porcupine quillwork design

Makak Elizabeth Crowe gaa zhittod (biinji gii teni wdi zhinkaawin). Gaawiin ge wiin Elizabeth (Betsy) Crow gii zhibiigesii ge ji gidaasii. Wdakweziiman Chief John Crow gii zhnikaaso. Nswi binoojii'an wgii yaawon minwaa Sarah Copway gewiin omaa gii ndaa.

red and white heart shaped porcupine quillwork design

Makak fait par Elizabeth (Lizie) Crow (artisane identifiée par l’étiquette en écorce de bouleau à l’intérieur), RCIN 84334. 11 cm x 16 cm x 8 cm.

Elizabeth (Betsy) Crow, âgée de 55 ans en 1861, est l’épouse du chef John Crow. Betsy est inscrite au recensement comme ne sachant ni lire ni écrire, vivant dans une maison en rondins avec John, trois enfants et Sarah Copway.

Red and white porcupine quillwork designs in heart and floral designs on birch bark basket

RCIN 84334.  Image:  Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2023.

porcupine quilled birch bark basket, lid for basket, and birch bark tag saying "Lizie Crowe"

RCIN 84334.  Image:  Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2023.

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