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Stamped Basket with Cover

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1750-1800

GUSN

GUSN-25224

Description

Cylindrical, checker weave splint basket (a) with radial weave cover (b). The basket and cover standards are stamped with small, black geometric design, alternating weavers are stamped with diagonal lines. Native American made.

Details

Descriptive Terms

baskets (containers)
wood (plant material)
weaving
stamping (marking)
Basket
Splint
Basket

Additional Identification Number

1941.1325

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

New England

Dimensions

5 1/4 x 6 3/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Elizabeth Warren

Accession Number

1941.325AB

Places

New England (United States) [general region]

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