Basket

MakerPossibly made by Mahican People (Native American)

Dateabout 1850

MediumPlain-woven

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 6 1/4 x 12 15/16 x 9 3/8in. (15.9 x 32.9 x 23.8cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection

Object number1950.421.0

DescriptionRectangular, plain-woven basket with anoval rim. The rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. The basket had two handles attached on the interior, but one is now missing. The warp splints are medium width, and the weft splints are narrow to medium. The base is closed. There is swabbing on the narrow weft splints. The basket has two stamped designs.

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