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Miniature Basket
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Miniature Basket

MakerPossibly made by Pequot People Native American
Dateprobably 1840-1870
MediumPlain-woven ash and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7 x 6 1/8 x 5 3/8in. (17.8 x 15.6 x 13.7cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Albert C. Bates
DescriptionSquare to rectangular miniature basket made of plain-woven ash and oak. The round to oval rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. The rim has been repaired with string. A bail handle attaches on the interior of the basket. The warp and weft splints are medium width. The base is openwork. Unit painting of dots in Mohegan pink decorates the basket. It has a heavy patina.
Object number1950.358.2
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