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SKU: 5231-078

Pomo Miniature Oval Basket

$550.00

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Early/Mid 20th Century

.5" H x .625" L x .5" W

Hand Woven Miniature Golden Tan Basket with Dark Brown Lines on Base and Rim

In Excellent Condition

Pomo miniature baskets are exquisite examples of traditional basketry created by the Pomo people, an indigenous group from Northern California whose territory historically spanned the coastal regions around Mendocino, Sonoma, and Lake Counties, extending inland to Clear Lake. These tiny works of art, often no larger than a thumbnail (ranging from 1/8 inch to about 4 inches in diameter or height), showcase the remarkable skill, patience, and cultural significance of Pomo weavers, predominantly women. Recognized worldwide for their fineness of weave, diversity of form, and intricate designs, these baskets were not mere miniatures but functional or ceremonial items scaled down to demonstrate mastery—sometimes used as gifts, toys for children, or prestige objects.

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

Condition: Excellent

Tribe: Pomo - Patwin - Wintu

Year Range: 1925 - 1950

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 0.5 in0.63 in0.5 in

Category: Basket - Miniatures (non-Pima)

Shipping

U.S. Shipping: One Flat Rate Per Order

Every U.S. order is packed in-house at our gallery and ships insured via USPS or UPS, with signature required on delivery. You pay one flat rate for the whole order, never per item:

  • Fetishes: $8
  • Jewelry & Pottery: $15
  • All other pieces: $20

Buying from more than one category? You only pay the highest rate in your cart, so eight fetishes and a pair of earrings ship together for just $15.

Oversized Pieces

Large or heavy pieces, such as big pottery, baskets, rugs and framed art, are custom-packed and shipped at actual cost. As a guide, that's anything needing a box larger than 12" × 12" × 12" or weighing over 5 lbs. At checkout, choose Oversized – Shipping Invoiced Separately and we'll email your shipping invoice, usually within 24 hours. Contact us for an estimate before you buy.

International

International orders are welcome! We quote international shipping separately and invoice the actual postage after purchase. Contact us beforehand if you'd like an estimate.