Antique Hupa Karok Basket

Early/Mid 20th Century

4.625" H x 7.75" W

Hand Woven Twined Bowl with Tan Background and Red Triangular Geometric Design with Dark Brown Dashes in the Triangles

Excellent Condition

Antique Hupa (also spelled Hoopa) and Karok (also Karuk) baskets are exquisite examples of Native American basketry from Northern California, specifically the Klamath and Trinity River regions. These tribes, along with their close neighbors the Yurok, are renowned for their finely woven, utilitarian, and ceremonial baskets that showcase intricate geometric designs and exceptional craftsmanship. Produced primarily in the late 19th to early 20th centuries, these pieces were used for storage, cooking, gathering, and as trade items. Today, they are highly sought after by collectors, with prices ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on condition, size, rarity, and maker.