{"product_id":"5224-1736-large-antique-tlingit-basket-with-rim-wear","title":"Large Antique Tlingit Basket- with rim wear","description":"\u003cp\u003elate 19th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7.5\"H x 11.5\"D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim has been trimmed down. There is a short vertical rim split as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTlingit basketry is a fascinating piece of Northwest Coast artistry, hailing from the Tlingit people of southeast Alaska and parts of British Columbia. These baskets are a variation of their renowned spruce root weaving, but with a twist—they’ve been intentionally “cut down” or reworked, often from a larger form into something smaller or more refined, showcasing both skill and adaptability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tlingit start with spruce roots, harvested from coastal forests, split fine and soaked to make them pliable. They use a tight twining technique—wrapping weft strands over a warp foundation—creating a basket that’s tough yet flexible. A cut-down version might begin as a big, utilitarian piece, like a storage or gathering basket, then get trimmed and reshaped, maybe into a lidded container or a decorative item. The process keeps the signature texture—slightly ribbed, with that golden-brown spruce sheen—but adds a new silhouette, often 5 to 8 inches tall and wide, though sizes vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45877997043877,"sku":"5224-1736","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/s725348264778838518_p13877_i52_w1024.jpg?v=1757348675","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/5224-1736-large-antique-tlingit-basket-with-rim-wear","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}