Lot 373

Collection of Three Papago Indian Woven Baskets

Estimate: $400 - $800

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Included in this lot is a collection of three Papago Indian woven baskets circa 1930s. The Papago Tohono O'odham (People of the Desert) are located in Arizona and are known for their weaving skill. The first basket in this set features tight weaving of yucca and bear grass with a diagonal pattern that circles the basket. The second piece in this set is a handled basket. This one also features tight weaving of yucca and bear grass but includes black devil's claw rim stitching. This one features darker and lighter dyed patterns around the basket. The final piece is a larger handled basket. This one also features tight weaving of yucca and bear grass with the devil's claw stitching around the handle. The pattern featured on this piece are larger outline diamond shapes with one smaller rectangle in the center. All of these baskets are in good condition for their age, showing no deficiencies in the weave. The first basket measures 5 1/2" tall, 7" diameter, the second basket measures 6" tall from the handle and 7 3/4" in diameter, and the last basket measures 11" tall from the handle and 10" in diameter.
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