Antique Seminole Pine Needle Basket

Early 20th Century

3.125" H x 6.125" D 

Hand Coiled from Pine Needles in a Deep Brown Color

In Very Good Condition

Pine needle baskets are traditional handcrafted baskets made by the Seminole people, a Native American tribe primarily located in Florida. These baskets are intricately woven using longleaf pine needles, which are coiled and stitched together with natural fibers, such as palmetto or raffia. The pine needles are often dyed to create intricate patterns and designs, reflecting the Seminole's cultural heritage and artistic traditions. These baskets were historically used for practical purposes, such as storage, but are also valued as decorative and ceremonial items.