Shoshone/Bannock lidded polychrome basket. Stitched, diagonal twining over single willow rod. Painted red splints on top, two basketry loop handles on side and tied twine top knot on lid. Golden patina. Traditional storage basket which was a utilitarian object rather than a for sale item, or used for barter. Fort Hall Reservation. 8" x 5"
PERIOD: Late 19th CenturyORIGIN: Great Basin - Shoshone, Native American
SIZE: 8" x 5"