Penobscot Native American Utility Sewing Basket, 8 Sections, Ash, Northeast Woodland, Maine

$1,295.00

This museum-quality utility sewing basket is a rare and exceptional example of Penobscot craftsmanship from the 1860s. Crafted from split and pounded flat brown ash, it features a distinctive design with eight hanging interior sections—a highly uncommon trait among baskets of this era. Notably, only one similar example is known in museum collections, and that one contains just a single section.

The basket embodies both functional artistry and historical significance. Its sturdy construction, combined with the intricate sectional design, would have made it an invaluable tool for daily utility tasks.

This piece remains in beautiful condition, with only a minor corner tear as visible in the twelfth photo provided.

An extraordinary find for collectors of Native American arts, Northeast Woodland artifacts, and fine antique baskets, this basket is a true treasure and a lasting addition to any refined collection. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a cherished keeper of exceptional cultural and artistic value.

This museum-quality utility sewing basket is a rare and exceptional example of Penobscot craftsmanship from the 1860s. Crafted from split and pounded flat brown ash, it features a distinctive design with eight hanging interior sections—a highly uncommon trait among baskets of this era. Notably, only one similar example is known in museum collections, and that one contains just a single section.

The basket embodies both functional artistry and historical significance. Its sturdy construction, combined with the intricate sectional design, would have made it an invaluable tool for daily utility tasks.

This piece remains in beautiful condition, with only a minor corner tear as visible in the twelfth photo provided.

An extraordinary find for collectors of Native American arts, Northeast Woodland artifacts, and fine antique baskets, this basket is a true treasure and a lasting addition to any refined collection. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a cherished keeper of exceptional cultural and artistic value.

Circa: 1860

Measurements: 16 ½” long by 15 ½” wide by 5 ½” tall

Material: Split and pounded flat brown ash

Has one minor corner tear at the base.

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