Fine Antique Native American Akimel O'odham Pima Papago Storage Basket C1900

Description

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Here is an old hand woven storage basket made in the American southwest, probably by the Akimel O'odham (P
ima)or Tohono O'odham (Papago) aboriginal peoples. It measures 7 inches tall and is 5-1/2 inches in diameter at the opening, tapered down to 5-1/8 inches in diameter at the base. There is a small amount of breakage as pictured on the rim. It is otherwise in age appropriate condition, with excellent patina and very tight weave, and fabulous traditional design.
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