Covered Basket
MakerMade by
Nipmuc People
(Native American)
Date1840
MediumPlain-woven ash and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 13 1/4 x 12 1/2 x 11in. (33.7 x 31.8 x 27.9cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Albert C. Bates
Object number1950.437.0a,b
DescriptionRectangular covered storage basket made of plain-woven ash and oak. The basket has a slightly tapered neck. The rectangular rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. The basket has two twig bail handles, wrapped with splint. The warp and weft splints are medium width, with three narrow-fitting splints at the base. The base is closed. Tight geometric and open geometric designs are painted in indigo blue and red lead. There is a small number "40" painted in indigo.
The rectangular cover (.b) has acute corners. It is decorated with unit-painted bars and X's, as well as a central medallion in blue and orange.
The rectangular cover (.b) has acute corners. It is decorated with unit-painted bars and X's, as well as a central medallion in blue and orange.
Status
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