Shoshone/Bannock lidded polychrome basket. Stiched, diagonal twining over single willow rod. Green and red painted splints with top knot, no handles. Traditional storage basket which was a utilitarian object rather than a for sale item, or used for barter. Fort Hall Reservation. 4″ x 4″
PERIOD: Late 19th Century
ORIGIN: Great Basin – Shoshone, Native American
SIZE: 4″ x 4″