Description: This fine early 20th c. Makah lidded basket is composed of cedar bark and bear grass. It features five different colors: russet brown, purple, green, dark blue-black and natural straw color. These colors are significantly faded from the exterior of the basket but are still vibrant on the interior. This basket is 6" x 6" x 3" tall. It comes with an original price tag with notes from owner that bought the basket in 2001. The shop information is as follows: AI3300 / 1920's Makah. Mint. / $425.00. The collector's handwritten notes read: from Collection of / Gregory Schaarf / Obtained 1/01 from / John Isaacs $225 net. Gregory Schaarf is the author of a definitive book on Indian baskets makers entitled, American Indian Baskets I 1,500 Artists Biographies I can find no damage on the basket. Stock Number SA2D-283
Price: 275 USD
Location: Seattle, Washington
End Time: 2024-12-27T18:32:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 14 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: Northwest Coastal Indians
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Tribal Affiliation: Makah
Artisan: Unknown
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Handmade: Yes
