Oblong, oval-shaped basket with tight fitted, hinged cover. Swollen body with twining weave and brown stripe. Two center bands in base and cover. Banded rim, base and cover edges. Three wicker loops in front for closure. One remaining hinge loop in back.
sewing baskets
wicker
wood (plant material)
Container, Needlework
Basket, Needlework
Basket, Needlework
Unknown
4 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 5 (HxWxD) (inches)
Gift of Ellen A. Robbins Stone
1927.2151
1840 (Circa)
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