small basket
Maker
Unknown, Micmac
MediumWood, Splint and sweetgrass
Dimensions3 1/2” H (with loop) x 3 1/4” Diam.
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object numberNA2010.096.LMA
DescriptionSmall basket with medium and fine splints and three rows of splint twists, two on the body of the basket and one around the outer edge of the lid. Sweetgrass around rim of lid. Overwrapped splint loop forms a handle.
ClassificationsBasketry
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