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have been considerably modified to meet commercial 
demands. This is especially to be noted in the more 
frequent use of symbols which belong more properly to 
ceremonial objects. 
Hopi Baskets. 
Basketry. Baskets of plaited yucca leaves attach- 
ed to a heavy wooden rim, quite similar to those found in 
the prehistoric ruins, are still made by the Zuniand Hopi. 
Rude carrying baskets and cradles with a basketry band 
for the protection of the head are in general use. The 
Hopi make decorated, nearly flat trays, but those of 
Oraibi are strikingly different from those at the middle 
mesa. The latter use the coiling method and employ 
very thick foundation coils. The Oraibi make use of 
wicker work with the foundation material radiating from 
the center. These flat baskets are used in ceremonies 
certain features of which the decorations often sym- 
bolize. 
