Basket

Rectangular black ash splint basket, Church Family, Mount Lebanon, NY

Object ID:
1950.49.1
Community:
New York, Mount Lebanon
Description

Rectangular base to slightly flared, softer rectangular rim. Black ash or oak, pale in color; 1/2" uprights and 1/2" weavers. Oak rim with single lashing. Arched, fixed handle that comes down on interior of basket. Handle is single-notched and rises above basket for about 6" at highest point. Base is plain weave, with splints ranging in width from 1/2" to 3/4". Weave is loose.

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

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Shaker Museum Basket. https://shakermuseum.us/object/?id=2621. Accessed on December 22, 2024

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