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    Posted 7 years ago

    Livadk
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    I have inherited a larger collection of native American baskets and artifacts. I would like to learn more about the different pieces. I have attached pictures of a basket that is approximately 7 inches wide and 3 inches tall, and a box that is also 7 inches wide and 3 inches tall. Thank you!

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    1. CanyonRoad, 7 years ago
      The first one appears to be a North-western California basket cap (would need a photo of the part that's resting on the table to confirm it's a cap...it would have decorative elements in three distinct "zones"), from the Hupa or neighboring Yurok or Karok tribes.

      The one with the lid is a birchbark, sweetgrasss, and quill basket box, in the style made by Native Americans around the Great Lakes. Since both Indians and non-Indians have made this style for years (there are books with directions, as well as kits available) unless you know who the artist was, and whether or not they were enrolled tribal members, it's not possible to positively identify it as Native American-made. But definitely Eastern Woodland/Great Lakes style.
    2. Livadk, 7 years ago
      Thank you so much for a very thorough answer. I really appreciate getting to learn more about the objects I know my grandparents invested so much time and love in.
    3. Snelson, 3 years ago
      Beautiful cap!!! I am Yurok and currently looking for one for my daughter to dance in ceremonies with! The cap sets with the open end down like a hat. If you get a moment I would love to see a pic of the top of the cap! Beautiful inheritance!!!!

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