Eskimo Oval Tray

Mid 20th Century

2" H x 15.5" L x 10.125" W

Hand Coiled with a Golden Tan Field with Birds, Bugs and Plants Motif in Green, Purple, Light Red and Pink Colors with One Handle

In Very Good Condition

An Eskimo Oval Tray is a coiled grass basketry trays (or shallow baskets) made by Alaskan Eskimo (primarily Yupik or related Inuit groups). antiqueamericanindianart.com +1 These are traditional handmade items, typically from the early to mid-20th century (or earlier), constructed using coiled techniques with beach grass, bear grass, or similar materials over a bundle foundation. They often feature natural tones with dyed elements (red, green, etc.) for geometric patterns. Some incorporate seal gut overlay or other decorative techniques for color and texture.