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SKU: 5231-184

Apache Olla Basket

$5,000.00

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8.75" H x 6.25" D

Hand Woven Tall Jar with Darker Colored Figures, Lines and Crosses

Excellent Condition

Apache olla baskets are a renowned form of traditional Native American basketry, primarily crafted by Western Apache (including subgroups like San Carlos and Cibecue) and Yavapai-Apache artisans from the southwestern United States, particularly Arizona. The term "olla" derives from Spanish, referring to a jar-like vessel with a wide body, sloping shoulders, and a narrow neck—ideal for storage and transport. These baskets represent both utilitarian craftsmanship and artistic expression, often featuring intricate geometric or pictorial designs that reflect cultural stories, nature, and daily life.

Provenance:  From the Len and Toni Wood Private Collection, Laguna Beach, California

Condition: Excellent

Tribe: Apache

Year Range: 1950 - 1975

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 8.75 in6.25 in

Category: Basket - Storage - Olla

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