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Basket

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Nathan Hale (American, 1755 - 1776)

MakerMade by Unknown

Dateabout 1760-1775

MediumWicker-woven sticks, with glass and newspaper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 20 1/2 x 15 1/4 x 9 3/4in. (52.1 x 38.7 x 24.8cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineGift of Chauncey Howard

Object number1844.14.0

DescriptionTall, oval camp basket made of woven sticks. The handle goes over the top, across the narrow width of the basket. The basket is divided into two sides on the interior, each one lined with hay. On one side, the remains of a broken bottle were found. The shape of the basket seems to indicate that is was used to hold wine or liquor bottles.

NotesResearch Notes: Probably a house piece rather than for military use. French 18th century wine bottle. (Troiani 3/23/2000)

Historical Note: Two scraps of old newspaper were found in the basket. When pieced together, they recount the story of John Paul Jones' spyglass. (Craughwell-Varda 3/2000)

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