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SKU: 220426-09

Papago Basket with Lid

$85.00

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Mid 20th Century

4" H with Lid x .875" H + 1" D Nob x 5.125" D

Hand Woven in Light Beige Background with Dark Brown Scalloped Geometric Pattern with Matching Lid and Nob on Top

Excellent Condition

Papago baskets, crafted by the Tohono O'odham people (formerly referred to as Papago, meaning "desert people" in their language), are renowned examples of Native American basketry from the Sonoran Desert regions of Arizona and northern Mexico. These baskets are not just functional objects but intricate works of art that embody the weavers' deep connection to their environment, history, and traditions. Lidded versions, in particular, were often used for storage, ceremonies, or as protective containers for food and valuables, reflecting the practical needs of desert life.

Condition: Excellent

Tribe: Papago - Tohono O'odham

Year Range: 1950 - 1975

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 4 in0.88 in1 in5.13 in

Category: Basket - Lidded

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