Aleutian lidded basket

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Aleutian lidded basket

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Twined basket woven out of rye grass with silk embroidery

late 19th-early 20th century

excellent condition with one very minor area of stabilization

$3600.

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Aleutian baskets have always been recognized for their incredible quality of weave. Books have commented that their weave can be as fine as linen. This particular basket, however, is even finer than that…it approaches the quality of silk.