Covered Basket
MakerPossibly made by
Mohegan People
Native American
Date1840-1870
MediumPlain-woven probably hickory
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 6 x 12 5/8 x 9 3/8in. (15.2 x 32.1 x 23.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Albert C. Bates
DescriptionPlain-woven, bailed covered basket, probably made of hickory. The basket is rectangular, with a rectangular rim. It has a wrapped, flat bail handle (.c) that has broken off. The warp splints are medium to wide. The basket is decorated with unit designs in red and blue. The exterior of the cover (.b) is made of peeled twig. The handle is stored inside the basket.
Object number1950.444.0a-c
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