Name/Title
Rectangular Ash Splint BasketDescription
Sturdy basket made with wide ash splints. The handle is carved, with deep notches to attach at the basket rim. The color is nearly all natural, with two bands of brown dyed splints one row below the rim.Ethnography
Cultural Region
Region
NortheastContinent
North AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Marked on the bottom of the basket is: EE McDonald 1018(?) W Lapeer
Possibly the maker, or a prior owner?Dimensions
Height
12 inWidth
12-5/8 inLength
15-1/2 inMaterial
Ash Splint, Ash Splint - DyedPlaited Basket Details
Primary Plaiting Type
Plain Plaiting, 1/1 interval, closed spacingAdditional Plaiting Type
Twill Plaiting, 2/2 interval, closed spacingPlaited Construction Notes
Basket body is 1/1 plain plaiting; base/start is 2/2 twill plaiting