Basketry

Basket

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Item Description

Aleutian lidded rye grass and wool basket. The body is cylindrical and the lid comes to a pinnacle above which is a small knob. The object has a repeated overall surface pattern of simple woven red and green wool checked shapes. Condition is good, however, the small knob on top of the basket is damaged.

Status
Available for Return
Material
  • Rye grass
  • Wool
  • Dyes
Cultural Affiliation
Aleut
Item Number
2024-56
Historical Period
Unknown
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