Ryan (1921-1992) inherited by his sister Agnes Murphy (1912-1994) donated to NMAI by Agnes Murphy in 1992.

Ryan, Non-Indian, 1921-1992 Agnes Murphy (Agnes Ryan), Non-Indian, 1912-1994 Donor Agnes Murphy (Agnes Ryan), Non-Indian, 1912-1994 Object Name Dreamcatcher Media/Materials Wood, hide thong/babiche, glass bead/beads, sinew, metal cones, feather/feathers Techniques Bent, laced, strung Dimensions 20.5 x 8.8 cm Object Type Made-for-Sale items and Souvenirs Place Great Lakes region Canada, USA (inferred) Date created 1970-1980 Collection History Formerly in the collection of Raymond J. Ryan, Non-Indian, 1921-1992 Previous owner Raymond J. They symbolize oneness and are indicative of Indigenous identity. Culture/People probably Great Lakes (attributed) Possible collector Raymond J. A dream catcher is a significant artifact in Native American culture. Although the tradition began with the Ojibwes, dreamcatchers became widespread within the Native American communities in the 1960s and 1970s as a result of the Pan-Indian Movement.

Original native american dream catcher