Shoshone/Bannock lidded polychrome basket. Stiched, diagonal twining over single willow rod. Dyed red and green splints. Two handles and top knot without painted splints. Traditional storage basket which was a utilitarian object rather than a for sale item, or used for barter. Fort Hall Reservation. Once had apple colored diamons on lide and sides, now faded. 10″D x 8″H
PERIOD: Late 19th Century
ORIGIN: Great Basin – Shoshone, Native American
SIZE: 10″D x 8″H