Square-based basket that tapers toward rim. Base is hexagonally woven reed. Sides are woven in diamond pattern with reeds, possibly palm, inserted into the diamond pattern to form a vertical chevron pattern. Basket appears to have been treated with oil or varnish.
baskets (containers)
palm fiber
reed (grass, material)
bamboo (material)
Basket
Basket
Fowler House Main House,
Unknown
7 x 10 x 10 (HxWxD), 7 (diameter) (inches)
Fowler House Estate
1934.2990
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