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SKU: 5224-1524

Large Open Bowl Pima Basket

$2,240.00

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Large Antique Pima Tiswin Basket

c.1890s

Size: 11.5" H x 21" D

Pima Indian baskets, crafted by the Akimel O’odham people of Arizona, are renowned for their intricate designs and cultural significance. Tiswin baskets are specialized, watertight coiled baskets designed to hold tiswin, a mildly alcoholic drink central to Pima ceremonies, such as rain-making rituals or social events. These baskets were historically significant in Pima culture, reflecting their adaptation to desert environments

Condition: Excellent

Tribe: Pima

Year Range: 1875 - 1900

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 11.5 in21 in

Category: Basket - Winnowing Tray - Bowl

Shipping

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  • Fetishes: $8
  • Jewelry & Pottery: $15
  • All other pieces: $20

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Oversized Pieces

Large or heavy pieces, such as big pottery, baskets, rugs and framed art, are custom-packed and shipped at actual cost. As a guide, that's anything needing a box larger than 12" × 12" × 12" or weighing over 5 lbs. At checkout, choose Oversized – Shipping Invoiced Separately and we'll email your shipping invoice, usually within 24 hours. Contact us for an estimate before you buy.

International

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