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Tlingit lidded basket

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
Tlingit lidded basket
twined out of spruce root, natural and maidenhair fern (dark color) and synthetic dye (red)

6” diameter x 6 1/2” high

overall good condition. Knob and 1 stitch are missing from the lid, splits in lid have been stabilized and 2 stitches are missing from the body of the basket.

circa 1890-1920

ex: Leonard Balish; Private Collection

$450.

(mc2627)

This basket has enormous charm in spite of its missing its knob. The shape and patina suggest an early date and the basket still has strength in its design and use of materials. The design is called “bear tracks”.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Creation Date:	1890-1920
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mc2627
Incollect Reference #:	861376

Dimensions

H.	6.5 in;	Diam.	6 in;
H.	16.51 cm;	Diam.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC, located at 520 East 72nd Street in New York City, specializes in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery, and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer pieces from Taxco, Mexico. With over 30 years of experience, Marcy Burns offers expert consultation, appraisals, and full warranties on the objects it sells. Reach them at 212-439-9257 or info@marcyburns.com.

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