Turquoise Mountain Jewelry Masters Collection
Lot 70:
Description
This very large basket, circa 1890, height 12″ x 75″ circumference, opening 16″ diameter features a bold, striking geometric design and includes the use of Yucca Root which produces the brick red color used sparingly by the Apaches, making this amazing basket even more collectible. Of all the baskets in the Southwest region the early three run coiled Apache baskets are the most collectible. The plant materials they used are Willow, Devil’s Claw and Yucca Root. Made on a three rod foundation makes the baskets tight, stiff and sturdy with no bend and yields rounded well-defined coils that stand out. This basket, a vital part of Native American Apache history, is in excellent condition.
Weight: 330 GR
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