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Telescoping Basket

1800's

Northwest Coast, Tlingit, 19th century

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Medium
twined spruce root with grass false embroidery
Measurements
Overall: 7.5 x 9.5 cm (2 15/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Presented by William Albert Price in memory of Mrs. William Albert Price 1917.488.b
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Not on view
Print
A warm, reddish-brown cylindrical basket is crafted from tightly twined spruce root. A dense, uniform pattern of small raised bumps covers the exterior. On the top, the weave radiates in a spiral from a central shallow indentation. Faint, dark horizontal bands wrap around the middle of the body. Near the top, a subtle horizontal seam separates the lid. The consistent, fine texture reflects a meticulous handcrafted construction.

Telescoping Basket

1800's

Northwest Coast, Tlingit, 19th century

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