Basket

MakerMade by Schaghticoke People (Native American)

MakerMade by Mahican People (Native American)

Date1820-1840

MediumPlain-woven ash

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 14 1/4 x 7 x 6 3/16in. (36.2 x 17.8 x 15.7cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection

Object number1950.458.0

DescriptionSquare bailed basket made of plain-woven ash. The round rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. Bail handles attach on the exterior of the basket. The warp and weft splints are medium width. The base is openwork. Swabbing on all the warps is colored with Spanish brown and lamp black.

Status

On view