Native American, Papago culture, Sonoran Desert, Arizona / New Mexico, ca. early to mid 20th century. A very large and early Papago basket of a traditional conical form, woven from native plants. The early Tohono O'odham or Papago baskets were primarily utilitarian - used to carry water and firewood, prepare food, and store items. These baskets are handmade - skillfully woven with native plants including yucca, beargrass, and Devils Claw. The hues are natural as Native American weavers appreciated the natural colors of desert plants. This example is finely woven and presents an attractive pattern of fretted bands that radiate from the center. Size: 11.375" W x 3.75" H (28.9 cm x 9.5 cm)

Provenance: private Massachusetts, USA collection of Kahlil and Jean Gibran. Kahlil Gibran (1922-2008, also known as Kahlil George Gibran) was a successful mid-20th century Magic Realist painter and sculptor.

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#144271

Only normal age wear and slight fading to colors on interior walls of basket. Otherwise intact and excellent.