Miniature Basket
MakerMade by
Nipmuc People
(Native American)
Date1850-1880
MediumPlain-woven ash and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7 3/4 x 6 1/4 x 6 3/8in. (19.7 x 15.9 x 16.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1950.449.0
DescriptionMiniature, square bailed basket made of plain-woven ash and oak. The round rim is single wrapped and double reinforces, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. A bail handles attach on the interior of the basket and runs across the top. The warp and the weft splints are medium width. The basket is decorated with unit and tight geometric designs, including bars, in Mohegan pink and bluing.
Status
Not on view
