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Basket
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Basket
Basket

Basket

Dateearly 20th Century
Mediumspruce root
DimensionsOverall: 15 x 13 cm
ClassificationsContainers
Object numberNb1.460
DescriptionSpruce root basket made with two and three strand weave. Top section of the basket is decorated with the "spider web" pattern. Four solid bands of black-dyed spruce roots are present but very faded throughout the body of the basket. Remnants of two cotton cord ties are found on the back and a cotton cord button closure on the front. The top rim and bottom are partially deteriorated.
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