Covered Basket
MakerProbably made by
Mohegan People
(Native American)
Date1830-1860
MediumPlain-woven
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 11 1/2 x 15 3/4 x 15 3/4in. (29.2 x 40 x 40cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1950.448.0a,b
DescriptionSquare, plain-woven covered basket. The round rim is single wrapped and double
reinforces, with half-round interior reinforcement and flat exterior reinforcement. The warp and weft splints are medium width and are inconsistent. The base is openwork. The basket is decorated with unit, tight geometric, and open geometric designs, including a vague medallion and stockade pattern.
The cover (.b) was unlocated at the time of data entry.
reinforces, with half-round interior reinforcement and flat exterior reinforcement. The warp and weft splints are medium width and are inconsistent. The base is openwork. The basket is decorated with unit, tight geometric, and open geometric designs, including a vague medallion and stockade pattern.
The cover (.b) was unlocated at the time of data entry.
Status
Not on view
