Tlingit Flat Basket

Item: 365

Origin: Northwest Coast
Date: Mid-19th Century
Media: Wood
Dimensions: 9 x 13.25 x 1.25″

Description: This flat case basket was likely used to hold kitchen utensils. The patina and colors are rich and the size is large. Condition of both faces shows no cracks, but cracks are found in the bottom section where the basket has been, over the years, most folded in.