Splint basket
Maker
Unknown, Cherokee
Datec. 1970-80
MediumPigment, wood, Red maple and White oak splint
Dimensions10” H x 10” Diameter
Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Funded by Edward M Werner ‘71
Object numberNA2008.57.WER
DescriptionLarge basket said to be made from white oak and red maple splints with natural dyes. Rectangular base, circular mouth, flaring rim, alternating light and dark splints, two rows of coiled splint decoration.
ClassificationsBasketry
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Mary Adams (Kawennatakie)
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