Basket
Date20th century
MediumWoven rush, leather, metal, wood
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 7 x 14 1/2in. (17.8 x 36.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
Object number2005.180.51
DescriptionRound woven rush basket with hinged cover, or lid. Sides have a thin, dark wooden trim, attached by small nails. Two leather straps, attached by metal studs, encircle the basket, each with a decorative metal fixture on one end which connects to a metal ring on the other. Lid is a rectangular shape, attached to basket by three metal coils, at the center is a torn leather handle connected to straps by metal rings. Leather is worn and metal has some corrosion.
Status
Not on view
20th century
20th century
1939-1945