Basket
MakerMade by
Pequot People
Native American
Date1840-1860
MediumAsh and oak
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 7 3/16 x 11 1/8 x 13in. (18.3 x 28.3 x 33cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionSquare basket made of ash and oak. The basket is warped. The round rim is single wrapped and double reinforced, with half-round interior and exterior reinforcement. Two handles attach on the interior of the basket. The warp and weft splints are medium width. Unit painting is colored with Mohegan pink (a mixture of red and white lead) and bluing.
Object number1950.402.0
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