Large Round Swing-handle Nantucket Basket

Description:

Large Round Swing-handle Nantucket Basket, possibly made by Charles B. Ray and H.B. Cott--e, late 19th century, large round form with carved wooden ears joining the carved hardwood swing handle, inscribed with two makers' names on base, (losses to lashing and a few cane weaver segments),ht. to rim 8 1/8, ht. to top of upright handle 16, dia. 14 3/4 in.
Estimate $700-900


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