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Round market basket with tacks added to strengthen the handle.
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Baskets, Cultural Objects

Round Market Basket

People
Maker/Creator: Unknown
Associated Person: Bertha Frances Mannon
Date
Unknown
Places
Wills Ridge (Alum Ridge District)
Material/Medium

Hickory

Specifications
  • Diameter: 13 inches
  • Height of weaving: 8 inches
  • Height with handle: 13 inches
Description

This finely woven round market basket is in excellent condition. It was made by overlapping stakes radiating from the center of the bottom.  By splitting the outermost stake  from the center out, the weaver created an odd number which allowed continuous  weaving of the bottom and sides. The carved handle has been secured with small tacks.

Keywords
split basket, market basket
Bio Sketch

Bertha Frances Mannon (1906-2001) was the daughter of William Namon and Emma Jane Woodie Mannon. This basket was one of several purchased at her estate sale.