Small Cylindrical Splint and Grass Basket

Basket

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Lincoln County Historical Association

Name/Title

Small Cylindrical Splint and Grass Basket

Description

Small cylindrical splint and grass basket with lid. Decorated with red, yellow, and purple decoration. From the Northwest coast of North America, possibly Makah.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Native American Unknown

Role

Basket Weaver

Date made

1880 - 1890

Time Period

late 19th century

Place

Region

Pacific Northwest

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

None

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

7 cm

Diameter

7.5 cm

Material

Splint, rye grass

Color

Purple, Red, Yellow

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good