Basket
MakerProbably made by
Nipmuc People
(Native American)
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Atwell family
(American)
Date1820-1870
MediumPlain-woven ash and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 11 1/4 x 10 5/16 x 10 5/8in. (28.6 x 26.2 x 27cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the estate of Harriet G. Atwell
Object number1915.2.5
DescriptionBailed work basket made of plain-woven ash and oak. The basket is square, with a round rim. The rim is double wrapped and double reinforced, with thick, flat interior and exterior reinforcement. The basket has a rectangular bail handle that crosses over the top. The warp and weft splints are medium to wide. The base is openwork. The basket has unit painting in indigo and red lead.
Status
Not on view
