Basket

Black ash splint basket inscribed "J. Slingerland", Church Family, Mount Lebanon, NY

Object ID:
1950.597.1
Community:
New York, Mount Lebanon
Description

Black ash splint, square bottom to round rim basket with fixed handle. Handle is bonnet-shaped, double-notched, and comes down on the inside. Split rim with double lashing. Plain weave open bottom. Cat's-head style.

Notes

The inscription "J. Slingerland" is presumed to refer to Brother Joseph Slingerland, who lived at Mount Lebanon from 1854-1888.

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

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Shaker Museum Basket. https://shakermuseum.us/object/?id=4133. Accessed on November 25, 2024

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