Covered Basket
MakerMade by
Niantic People
(Native American)
Date1800-1820
MediumPlain-woven ash and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7 3/8 x 13 1/4 x 9 3/8in. (18.7 x 33.7 x 23.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1950.477.0a,b
DescriptionRectangular, covered storage basket made of plain-woven ash and oak. The rectangular rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior reinforcement and fat exterior reinforcement. The warp and weft splints are medium width. Unit designs are colored in brown-walnut.
Status
Not on view
