Native American Paint-decorated Woven Splint Basket

Description:

Native American Paint-decorated Woven Splint Basket, 19th century, square with lid, decorated with red, green, and yellow flowers and hearts, ht. 8 1/4, wd. 11 1/2, dp. 11 1/2 in.

Provenance: Bettina Krainin Antiques, Woodbury, Connecticut, 2005.
The James and Pamela Alexander Collection
Estimate $300-500

One handle detached, but present; minor abrasions, some with associated paint loss.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords