Covered Basket
MakerMade by
Molly Hatchett
(1738 - 1829)
Date1790-1820
MediumPlain woven ash
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Mary Huber in memory of her father, Carroll Alton Means
Object number1985.83.2a,b
DescriptionSquare-bottomed covered basket with round rim and shoulder. The rounded rim is single wrapped. There are two ear handles on opposite sides. The basket is tapered near the top. Some of the vertical splints, are stained red. The basket is lined with a Connecticut Courant newspaper from 28 November 1846.
Status
On view
