Covered Basket
MakerMade by
Pequot People
(Native American)
Date1850-1860
MediumPlain-woven ash
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 12 3/4 x 15 1/2 x 15 1/16in. (32.4 x 39.4 x 38.3cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1986.262.0a,b
DescriptionRectangular, covered storage basket made of plain-woven ash. The round rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. The basket has a flared shoulder. The warp splints are medium width. The weft splints are narrow to medium. The base is openwork. There is swabbing on the weft splints. The basket has stamping in bluing and walnut stain. The cover (.b) is colored with bluing.
Status
Not on view
