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Monumental 19th Century American Feather Basket

$937.50
$1,25025% Off
£712.93
£950.5725% Off
€822.33
€1,096.4425% Off
CA$1,313.27
CA$1,751.0225% Off
A$1,469.80
A$1,959.7425% Off
CHF 767.47
CHF 1,023.2925% Off
MX$17,931.70
MX$23,908.9325% Off
NOK 9,741.99
NOK 12,989.3225% Off
SEK 9,244.55
SEK 12,326.0625% Off
DKK 6,140.75
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About the Item

A monumental 19th century American ash and oak splint feather basket of fantastic size with two banded handles, a wide bentwood rib running around the belly of the basket, and a wooden ring base. Every farm in American had a feather basket where chicken and duck feathers were stored after plucking, and used to make pillows, winter jackets, and other domestic needs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ash,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Basket has a slightly lopsided posture, but does sit upright if something heavy in placed inside to balance it out.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER06001stDibs: LU3738316858432

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