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Rib basket featuring a handle with ribs on either side and woven design.
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George Akers Rib Basket

People
Maker/Creator: George Akers
Date
Unknown
Places
Floyd (Alum Ridge District)
Material/Medium

White oak

Specifications
  • Diameter (ear-to-ear): 11 inches
  • Diameter (opposite): 9 inches
  • Height of weaving: 4 inches
  • Height with handle: 7 inches
Description

The handle of this rib basket is unusual in that it has extra rods with figure-eight lashing which continues around an extra upper rod on the rim . This is both decorative and practical as the extra weaving protects the rim and handle. The bottom of the basket shows it has been well-used with staining and worn weavers.

Keywords
rib basket, egg basket.
Notes

This basket was given to George Akers’ grandson Arnold Hammond in the 1960s.