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One of Ten Nesting Wedding Baskets

c 1900s ?

Africa, Western Africa, Burkina Faso, Lobi–style maker

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Medium
Plant fiber and leather
Measurements
Diameter of mouth with rim: 10 x 9.3 cm (3 15/16 x 3 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension Fund 1975.1011.6
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A cylindrical basket tapers toward a square base, its form composed of diagonally woven plant fibers in shades of warm brown. Overlapping strips create a rugged, tactile texture across the body. A dark, weathered leather band binds the circular top rim. At the base, four corners project as feet, reinforced with dark leather patches. The weave establishes a rhythmic pattern of highlights and shadows over the vessel's surface.

One of Ten Nesting Wedding Baskets

c 1900s ?

Africa, Western Africa, Burkina Faso, Lobi–style maker

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