Woven Straw Basket
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Dateca. 1880
Mediumfibbon, straw
Dimensions3 3/4 × 8 1/2 × 8 in. (9.5 × 21.6 × 20.3 cm)
ClassificationsVessels & Containers
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Sarah Louise Cook via the Albuquerque Historical Society
Object numberPC1967.1.261
DescriptionThis woven straw basket has ribbons tied to a straw frame at the top and center front. This decorative box is woven from fine natural straw and adorned with wide, pale pink satin ribbons. Square in shape with rounded corners, the lid is topped with an oversized satin bow, mirroring additional bows wrapped around and interwoven with the body of the container. A loop-and-knot clasp at the front secures the lid closed. Boxes like this were often crafted as part of a thoughtful gifts, especially for special occasions.On View
Not on viewTerms
1980
