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BASKET

Dimensions15 x 20.5 x 30 cm
Object numberHF.2021.16.454
DescriptionWoven basket with a rectangular base. The side are flared to form an oval opening. The basket has a single curved handle. The basket is woven in a one-over-one-under checker pattern. The warp splints (1.3 cm) are narrower than the weft splints (1.5 cm). Near the top of the basket on two sides is a row of diamond jikiji’j. The rim of the basket is a single bound sweet grass. With an “X” wrap around the base of the handle. The basket has a single curved wooden handle that is notched where it meets the rim. The handle is woven into the basket with the weft splints.